The Delhi government has officially appointed former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan as the brand ambassador for the inaugural Delhi Khel Mahakumbh. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta welcomed Dhawan and stated that his hard work and discipline will serve as a strong inspiration for the youth of the capital. This month-long sports festival is scheduled to begin on February 13, 2026, with a grand opening ceremony.
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What are the Prize Money Details?
To encourage young talent from all 12 districts, the government has announced significant cash prizes for winners. Sports Minister Ashish Sood also highlighted that the sports budget has been tripled to 76 crore rupees for this fiscal year. The prize breakdown for the winners is as follows:
| Category | Medal | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| Team Event | Gold | ₹1,75,000 |
| Team Event | Silver | ₹1,51,000 |
| Team Event | Bronze | ₹1,31,000 |
| Individual | Gold | ₹11,000 |
| Individual | Silver | ₹9,000 |
| Individual | Bronze | ₹7,000 |
Which Sports and Venues are included?
The competitions will feature seven major sports including Kabaddi, Football, Athletics, Wrestling, Basketball, Volleyball, and Squash. These matches will be held across 16 stadiums and venues in areas like Bawana, Vikaspuri, and Najafgarh. The official mascot for the event is named ‘Runveer’, symbolizing energy. More than 20,000 athletes have already registered to participate under the motto ‘Aao Delhi Khele’.
