Puri, July 12, 2025: Odisha AM/NS India Kho Kho High Performance Centre (HPC)
celebrated its first anniversary of operations at the District Sports Complex, Talabania,
Puri, marking a significant milestone in its mission to nurture grassroots talent and
promote the indigenous sport of Kho Kho.
In its debut year, the HPC has established itself as a model centre of excellence in Kho
Kho. With a structured athlete development pathway that integrates professional
coaching, sports science, mental and nutritional support, and academic education, the
centre has delivered outstanding results at both national and international levels.
The event was graced by Shri Nelson Lakra, OFS, Financial Advisor cum Additional
Secretary, Department of Sports and Youth Services (DSYS), Shri Padma Charan
Sahoo, OAS, Deputy Secretary, DSYS, Dr. Vikas Yadvendu, Head CSR, AM/NS India,
Shri Vishwas Choksi, Founder, Sports for All (SFA), Shri Chandan Kumar Sahoo,
District Sports Officer (DSO), Puri and Shri Sanjeev Sharma, Head Coach, Odisha
AM/NS India Kho Kho HPC. The event started with a video showcasing all the
achievements of the HPC for the year followed by an exhibition match and cultural
performances by the athletes. The dignitaries addressed the athletes and staff members
and felicitated the athletes who represented in national and international tournaments.
During the year, the HPC athletes have won a total of 14 medals at national and
international tournaments, including 3 Gold, 7 Silver, and 4 Bronze. A remarkable 42 out
of 50 residential athletes represented various state teams and national teams which is a
rare feat for any centre in its first year.
The biggest highlight of the year was at the first edition of the Kho Kho World Cup 2025,
where Magai Majhi, Subhashree Singh, and Pabani Sabar from the HPC represented in
the National team and Team India was crowned World Champions in both Men and
Women categories, bringing international glory to Odisha and the Nation. Throughout
the year, the HPC athletes represented in various national tournaments such as 57th
Senior National Kho Kho Championship 2025, 38th National Games 2025, 7th Khelo
India Youth Games 2025, SGFI Under-17 National Championship 2025, Junior National
Championship 2024, Sub-Junior National Tournament 2024, Sub-Junior School
National Tournament 2024.
These consistent achievements reflect the quality of training and support systems at the
Odisha AM/NS India Kho Kho High Performance Centre. As it enters its second year,
the centre remains committed to its vision of nurturing and producing more than 200
world-class athletes in Kho Kho and contributing to India's excellence in the indigenous
sports.
Odisha AM/NS India Kho Kho High Performance Centre celebrates one year of sporting excellence
