Indian Army Won 6th Edition of Khelo India Winter Games 2026

February 27, 2026
Current Context: The 6th Edition of Khelo India Winter Games 2026 was held from Feb 25–27, 2026 in Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir.
Indian Army Won 6th Edition of Khelo India Winter Games 2026
  • The Indian Army won the Team Championship Title, securing 23 medals (9 Gold, 6 Silver, 8 Bronze).
  • Himachal Pradesh finished runners‑up with 4 Gold medals.
  • J&K celebrated its first gold through snowboarder Zubaid Ahmad Lone.
  • Veteran skier Bhavani Thekkada Nanjunda (Karnataka) clinched the women’s Nordic sprint title.
  • Events included alpine skiing, snowboarding, ski mountaineering, and Nordic skiing.
  • Significance: Showcased India’s growing strength in winter sports and tourism in J&K.

Question:

Q.1 Who won the women’s Nordic sprint title at the 6th Khelo India Winter Games 2026?
a) Zubaid Ahmad Lone
b) Bhavani Thekkada Nanjunda
c) Aanchal Thakur
d) Megha Rawat

Answer: b) Veteran skier Bhavani Thekkada Nanjunda from Karnataka clinched the women’s Nordic sprint title.

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