New Delhi, February 9: Haryana youngsters outclassed others by achieving the highest number of medal tally in the inaugural edition of the Khelo India School Games. The competition concluded in New Delhi on Thursday.
On the final day, Haryana emerged with the best haul of five medals, including one gold, two silver, and two bronze medals. Haryana archers showed impressive performance and won one gold medal on the final day. It clinched two silver and two bronze medals from Archery on the same day.
Haryana judokas also helped a lot to uplift the medal tally. Total 12 medals were earned from the sector two silver and two bronze medals. On last day, the four medals were shared by Haryana (2), Maharashtra (1), Delhi (1).
Sports Minister, Col Rajyavardhan Rathore presented the top State Haryana with the glittering trophy. India has met some of its finest players from the stage of Khelo India. 16 sports disciplines including Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Football, Hockey, Judo, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Shooting, Weightlifting and Wrestling were the part of the weeklong event.