LUCKNOW, Nov. 11 -- The state capital is set to host around 30,000 Scouts and Guides from across India and nearly 2,000 participants from Asia-Pacific countries for the 19th National Jamboree of The Bharat Scouts and Guides, scheduled from November 23 to 29. This is the first time Lucknow will host the mega event, which returns to Uttar Pradesh after 61 years. The last Jamboree in the state was held in Prayagraj in 1964.

Officials said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the week-long camp on November 24, while President Droupadi Murmu is likely to attend the closing ceremony on November 28. Financial approval of Rs.56 crore has been sanctioned for the event.

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