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'Khela Hobey Divas' now 'Ayushman Divas': BJP's tit-for-tat answer to Didi

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com Published Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:59:02 +0530
'Khela Hobey Divas' now 'Ayushman Divas': BJP's tit-for-tat answer to Didi

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Key context: Mamata Banerjee's government had declared August 16 as Khela Hobey Divas in 2021 following the TMC's assembly election victory. The day was officially promoted as a sports initiative aimed at encouraging young people through football tournaments and the distribution of sports equipment. However, the slogan was an apparent dig as Didi had led her last term campaign with "Khela Hobey" slogan. This development from timesofindia.indiatimes.com highlights ongoing changes in the sector.

Mamata Banerjee's government had declared August 16 as Khela Hobey Divas in 2021 following the TMC's assembly election victory. The day was officially promoted as a sports initiative aimed at encouraging young people through football tournaments and the distribution of sports equipment. However, the slogan was an apparent dig as Didi had led her last term campaign with "Khela Hobey" slogan.

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