– Approved by Cycling Federation of India.
– Assigned to Mysuru District amateur cycling Association (MDACA) by Karnataka State Cycling association.
– Supported by Sports Authority of India and Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
– Event was hosted by Silicon City International School,Lalithadripura.
– Flagged off by Khelo India basketball medallist Yashaswini M.K.
– Under-18 girls category: Sethu Lakshmi M.B. (1st), Aradhana Santosh (2nd), Maiza Backer N.C. (3rd).
– Elite women category: Gleonna Dsouza (1st), nagasiri H.N. (2nd),Karen Marshall (3rd).
– Amateur women’s category: Namratha Sreedhar (1st), Vatsala K.M. (2nd), Lakshmidevi (3rd).
The Mysuru edition of the Asmita Khelo India women’s Cycling City League demonstrates a significant step towards fostering athletic opportunities for Indian women in competitive sports like cycling. With support from national institutions like the Sports Authority of India and the Ministry of Youth Affairs, this initiative aligns with broader government efforts under programs such as ‘Khelo India,’ aimed at bolstering grassroots sports participation.
Hosting events in smaller cities such as Mysuru has the potential to decentralize athletic growth while inspiring local communities towards greater inclusion in sports culture-a critical aspect for enhancing diversity in competition levels nationwide. By categorizing competitors into Under-18, amateur, and elite segments, organizers strategically ensure that participants across varied skill levels are given appropriate platforms to compete respectfully.
such events not only spotlight emerging talents but also promote visibility for female athletes in traditionally male-dominated spaces such as cycling competitions-a small yet impactful stride toward gender equity within Indian sporting infrastructure.