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Guwahati: Assam’s Dr. Sangita Kakati and her daughter, Anoushka Baruah, have made their state proud by singing the theme song for the first-ever Kho-Kho World Cup. The tournament will take place at the IGI Stadium in New Delhi from January 13 to 19, 2025.
The song, titled ‘Kho-Kho World Cup: Indigenous Game of India’, is written, composed, and arranged by Dr. Kakati. Released on social media as part of the tournament’s promotion, the song has received a lot of praise. It will play throughout the tournament, from the opening ceremony to the closing event.
The Kho-Kho World Cup, organized by the Kho-Kho Federation of India (KKFI) and the Indian Olympic Association, will feature 40 teams from 24 countries. The event aims to make Kho-Kho a global sport and push for its inclusion in the 2036 Olympics.
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is the brand ambassador for the tournament, while actor Tiger Shroff serves as the co-brand ambassador. Actors Ananya Panday, Sara Ali Khan, Vivek Oberoi, and Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra are also promoting the event.
Dr. Kakati and Anoushka’s contribution has brought Assam’s talent to the global stage. Dr. Kakati, known for her work in sporting events, previously composed ‘Rupohi Axom Ukhul-Makhul’ for the Asian Kho-Kho Championship, ‘Rongmon Rongmon’ for the 2007 National Games, and ‘South Asian Games Shubh Vidaai’ for the 12th South Asian Games.
