Basti (UP), Jan 18 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday virtually inaugurate the second phase of the 'Saansad Khel Mahakumbh' in Uttar Pradesh's Basti district. The 'Khel Mahakumbh' is a novel initiative that provides an opportunity and platform to the youth of Basti and neighbouring areas to showcase their sporting talent and motivates them to take sport as a career option. Jr NTR Meets Surya Kumar Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal And Other Indian Cricketers Ahead of ODI Series in Hyderabad (View Pics).

The event is organised in Basti District by Lok Sabha MP from Basti, Harish Dwivedi since 2021. Sudarsan Pattnaik’s 105-Foot-Long Sculpture on Men's Hockey World Cup 2023 Recognised As ‘World’s Largest Sand Hockey Stick’ (See Pics).

Chief Miniter Yogi Adityanath was present at the function at the venue in Basti.

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