Isha Gramotsavam, rural sports festival to make Haryana debut

Isha Gramotsavam rural sports festival is making its debut in Haryana to strengthen village communities and provide a platform for rural youth and women.

Cluster-level matches are scheduled for July 25-26 in Panipat, Karnal, and Ambala, followed by Hisar and Kurukshetra on August 1-2; divisional rounds on August 9 in Karnal.

The grand finale will take place from September 4-6 at the Isha yoga center in Coimbatore, with a total prize pool exceeding ₹1 crore.

Winners of volleyball and throwball at the grand finale receive ₹5 lakh each; cash awards are also designated for the Paralympic category.

Eligible rural citizens from Haryana can register for free at isha.co/gramotsavam.