Himachal Pradesh Secures 2nd Place with 14 Medals at Khelo India Winter Championships

February 27, 2026

The Himachal Pradesh team performed brilliantly and secured second place at the 6th Khelo India Winter Championships. The team won a total of 14 medals, including six gold medals. The championships were held in Gulmarg, Kashmir, from February 23 to 26. The Himachali team achieved this feat by winning a total of 14 medals, including six gold, seven silver, and one bronze.

Team manager Praveen Sood informed that the Indian Army team finished first in the competition with 23 medals. He said that Himachal’s achievement has brought honor to the entire state and the athletes have brought glory to the state.

Excellent performance in various sports

According to Praveen Sood, the Himachal team won two gold and three silver medals in alpine skiing. In addition, it also won two gold and two silver medals in ski mountaineering, two gold and two silver medals in snowboarding, and one bronze medal in ice skating.

Selection of players for the national team

He said that players will now be selected for the national team based on their performance in the Khelo India Championship. This will provide Himachal players with the opportunity to showcase their talent at the national and international levels.

Players need better training

Rakesh Kumar, Chief of Mission for the team appointed by the Youth Services and Sports Department, said that the state government will be requested to send athletes who cannot find suitable training or practice facilities to better facilities. This will further enhance the state’s sports talent.