New Delhi, Aug. 17 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday inaugurated the Asian Open Short Track Speed Skating Trophy 2026 at Maharana Pratap Sports Complex in Dehradun, with the state hosting athletes, coaches and officials from India and abroad for the four-day event.

The competition is scheduled from August 17 to 20 and is among the international sporting events being hosted in Uttarakhand as the state seeks to expand its presence in winter and ice sports.

Dhami said hosting the Asian Open Short Track Speed Skating Trophy was significant for Uttarakhand and could strengthen the state's position as a destination for winter and ice sports.

He said sport provides a platform for people from different countries to co...