| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | Khelo India Water Sports Festival (KIWSF) 2025 |
| Announcement Date | August 14, 2025 |
| Event Dates | August 21-23, 2025 |
| Venue | Dal Lake, Srinagar (First water games event under Khelo India) |
| Organizers | Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, J&K Sports Council, Sports Authority of India (SAI) |
| Mascot | Himalayan Kingfisher (Symbolizes energy, tranquility, adventure, and ecological balance) |
| Logo Features | Shikara boat, snow-covered mountains, pine trees, Khelo India colors |
| Participants | 400+ athletes from 36 states/UTs |
| Medal Events | Rowing, Canoeing, Kayaking |
| Demonstration Events | Water skiing, Shikara race, Dragon boat race |
| Key Officials Present | Shri Satish Sharma (J&K Sports Minister), Tanvir Sadiq (MLA) |
| Previous Khelo India Event in J&K | Snow sports at Gulmarg (2025) |
| Significance | Boosts sports culture, eco-tourism, and positions J&K as a multi-season sports hub |
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