JAMMU, Nov. 12 -- Softball will make its competitive debut at the Khelo India Youth Games when the eighth edition of the national sporting event is held in Telangana from December 11 to 22, 2026.

Adding to the significance of the development for Jammu and Kashmir, both the Union Territory's boys' and girls' teams have qualified for the competition after finishing among the top seven teams at the national-level championship, the Jammu and Kashmir Softball Association said.

The inclusion of softball in the Khelo India Youth Games marks its first competitive appearance at the national event and is expected to provide players with a wider platform to showcase their talent.

The association said the qualification of both J&K teams was the re...