New Delhi, March 2: Over two lakh girls across 250 districts nationwide will compete in ASMITA athletics events on March 8 and 9 to mark the International Women’s day, Minister of State for Sports Raksha Khadse announced on Monday, advocating increased participation of women in sports to bolster India’s 2036 Olympic bid.
The event, which is a part of Sports Ministry’s initiative, will also set the ball rolling for the creation of a pool of women technical officials across the country, keeping in mind the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad and India’s bid to become an Olympic host.
The International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated on March 8.
ASMITA (Achieving Sports Milestone by Inspiring Women) is a part of Khelo India Scheme’s mission to promote sports among women through leagues. The initiative started in 2021. Across 250 locations nationwide, 100m, 200m, and 400m races will be held in the Under-13, 13-18 and 18+ categories. (PTI)
