Countdown Begins for 10th National Games in Karnali
Summary
The 10th National Games will be held in Karnali Province from December 1 to 12, with the 30-day countdown officially launched in Surkhet. Officials say preparations are nearly complete, though accommodation and stadium handover issues are still being addressed.
Key Points
- The 30-day countdown for the 10th National Games was launched in Surkhet, marking the formal start of the competition’s final preparations.
- Education and Sports Minister Sasmita Pokharel said the federal and provincial governments have divided responsibilities and most formal work has been completed.
- Officials raised concerns about accommodation in Birendranagar and the pending handover of the provincial stadium, but said both issues are manageable.
- Chief Minister Mangal Bahadur Shahi said the games, being hosted in Karnali for the first time, are both an opportunity and a challenge for the province.
