PM Modi inaugurates 36th National Games in Ahmedabad

Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared the 36th National Games open at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on September 29. A total of 7,000 athletes from 36 states/UTs are participating in the National Games which will conclude on October 12.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared the 36th National Games open at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on September 29. Credit: Twitter/narendramodi

A total of 7,000 athletes from 36 states/UTs are participating in the National Games which will conclude on October 12. Credit: Twitter/narendramodi

The event was held at the world's largest stadium, at the Narendra Modi stadium. Credit: PTI Photo

The gala started with a brief show on Gujarat’s rich culture and its advancements on giant screens. Credit: AFP Photo

Several artists from across the country enthralled the crowd with captivating performances. Credit: PTI Photo

The sky was lit up with stunning fireworks. Credit: PTI Photo

Drone show on the eve of the opening ceremony of the 36th National Games, in Ahmedabad. Credit: PTI Photo

Fireworks over the Narendra Modi Stadium during inauguration of 36th National Games, in Ahmedabad. Credit: PTI Photo

Fireworks over the Narendra Modi Stadium during inauguration of 36th National Games, in Ahmedabad. Credit: Twitter/narendramodi

Fireworks over the Narendra Modi Stadium during inauguration of 36th National Games, in Ahmedabad. Credit: PTI Photo

Drone show on the eve of the opening ceremony of the 36th National Games, in Ahmedabad. Credit: PTI Photo