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New Delhi: <\/strong> “We grew up playing Indian games, and Kho Kho has been one of them,” says Dr Hiren Pathak, who represents Kenya in the inaugural World Cup. A practicing physician for three years, Dr Hiren moved to the African nation over two decades ago when his father secured employment there, showcasing more and more participation among countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A sports enthusiast, Dr Hiren credits the Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS) in Kenya for promoting indigenous sports in the African country. “I became involved with Kho Kho 20 years ago when we moved to Kenya. The Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh provides practice areas and support for many Indian sports,” he explains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“We play Kabaddi, practice Dand (traditional Indian exercise), and engage in many activities that originated in India. Though we didn’t have formal tournaments, we played Kho Kho at least once a week.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kho Kho was formally introduced to Kenya in 2020, gaining a structured framework. The country’s system of counties helps scouts identify promising athletes and players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Players were identified from different counties for team selection,” Dr Hiren explains. “Small clubs are now emerging and adopting Kho Kho, which will contribute to the sport’s growth in the country.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr Hiren commends the efforts of the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) and the International Kho Kho Federation (IKKF) for organizing this multi-nation competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Participating in the World Cup has been an incredible experience. This is the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup, and we’re delighted to be part of it. The experience has been extraordinary,” Dr Hiren concludes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The World Cup has proven to be a blockbuster event, bringing together athletes from various countries to celebrate Kho Kho.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the Kho Kho World Cup 2025 comes to a close, the Kho Kho Federation of India would like to invite you for the Final of the tournament on Sunday, January 19, at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Schedule for January 19:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trophy Installation: 5:30 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Women’s Final: 6:00 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief Guest Felicitation: 7:15 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Men’s Final: 7:45 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prize Distribution: 9:00 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We request your presence for the closing day as we bring an end to a carnival to celebrate a sport indigenous to India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For any further queries, please contact:
WordsWork Consulting Communication<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Noel Adrian Corera | +91 88515 37227 | noel@wordswork.in
Somya Kapoor | +91 78387 30353 | somya@wordswork.in
Nandini Rikhee | +91 99149 88667 | nandinir@wordswork.in<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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