**Agartala, Oct 29:** In preparation for the upcoming **International Day of Persons with Disabilities** and the **Khelo Tripura Para Games 2025**, a high-level preparatory meeting was held on Wednesday at **Conference Hall No. 2** of the **State Secretariat**, Agartala.
The meeting was chaired by **Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri Tinku Roy**, and attended by senior officials from the **Department of Social Welfare & Social Education**, **Department of Youth Affairs & Sports**, and other key government departments. The session primarily focused on **inter-departmental coordination, infrastructure readiness, and inclusive planning** to ensure the successful execution of both events.
Minister Roy described the **Khelo Tripura Para Games** as a landmark initiative aimed at **promoting sports participation and talent development among persons with disabilities**. He noted that the **International Day of Persons with Disabilities** would serve as an important platform to celebrate their **achievements, raise awareness on accessibility issues**, and advocate for **greater inclusion in all spheres of life**.
Highlighting the state government’s strong commitment to **inclusive development**, the Minister urged all departments to work in close collaboration to create a **dignified, accessible, and inspiring environment** for para-athletes and participants. “These events are not just about sports or observance—they reflect our collective responsibility to build a society where everyone gets equal opportunity to thrive,” he said.
The meeting also reviewed **logistical arrangements, awareness drives, transportation and accommodation facilities**, as well as **support mechanisms** to encourage maximum participation from across the state.
With detailed planning and cross-departmental cooperation underway, the state government aims to make the **Khelo Tripura Para Games 2025** and **International Day of Persons with Disabilities** landmark events celebrating inclusivity, resilience, and empowerment.
