In which city was the Khelo India Youth Games, 2020 held?

Correct option is A

• The Khelo India Youth Games 2020 were hosted in Guwahati, Assam, marking the first time the games were held in the state.
• The event took place from January 10 to 22, 2020 and saw young athletes from across India competing in various sports disciplines, with the aim of identifying talent and fostering sports culture at the grassroots level.

• The games provided a platform for young athletes from across India to showcase their skills in sports such as athletics, wrestling, badminton, hockey, and more.

• The event was organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and aimed at identifying and nurturing young sporting talent in the country.

• Guwahati was chosen for its modern sports infrastructure, with facilities like the Sarusajai Stadium and other venues used for various events.

• Maharashtra: topped the medal tally with 57 gold, 48 silver, and 53 bronze.

• Tamil Nadu: secured second place with its best-ever performance, winning 38 gold medals.

• Haryana: finished third with 35 gold medals.

• Vritti Agarwal of Telangana won five golds in swimming.

• Deepika from Haryana set a new record in javelin throw with a distance of 56.79m.

• Squash made its debut, and Silambam was showcased as a demonstration sport.