The Dus ka Dum event was a continuation of the numerous Khelo India Women's Leagues that have taken place over the course of the last year. The Women's Leagues witnessed more than 240 competitions with the participation of more than 23,000 women athletes across various age groups.
Riding on the success of the multiple Khelo India women's leagues happening across the country for several months, the Dus ka Dum initiative will provide even more exposure to thousands of women across the nation. There will be close to 15000 athletes participating in the tournament in more
Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur attended the opening ceremony of Khelo India Dus Ka Dum on Friday. The event will start from be from March 10 to 31. While talking to ANI Anurag Thakur said "Empowering women through sports is the motive of this (Khelo India Dus Ka Dum) event."
This is the first time that such a sports initiative is being taken to celebrate the international event and the Union Ministry has sanctioned a total budget of Rs 50 Lakh for the tournament.