Bengaluru: Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar inaugurated the 5th Mini Karnataka Games–2026, organised by the Karnataka Olympic Association (KOA), at Kanteerava Stadium on Saturday, encouraging young athletes to aim for success at state and national levels.
Shivakumar said the games offered a platform for budding sportspersons to demonstrate their talent and potential. He urged participants to uphold sporting spirit, strive for excellence and bring laurels to Karnataka through their performances.
Minister K.M. Shivalinge Gowda, Karnataka Legislative Council member and KOA president K. Govindaraj, and actor Prem attended the inaugural ceremony.
