Speaking at the inauguration, Mayor Neeta Thakre said that the vision of union Minister Nitin Gadkari is helping strengthen sports culture in Nagpur. She stated that Khasdar Krida Mahotsav is not merely a platform for competitions, but also an initiative that provides positive direction to the city’s youth and creates opportunities for them to showcase their talent. Such initiatives, she added, are helping broaden Nagpur’s identity as a sporting city.
Other dignitaries present at the event also highlighted that the festival is providing a major platform for the youth of Nagpur. The introductory address was delivered by Piyush Ambulkar. The programme was compered by Dr. Padmakar Charmode, while the vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Sambhaji Bhosale.