In Bastar division of Chhattisgarh, which was once in the news due to Maoist violence, more than 1 lakh 60 thousand players from all the seven districts of this division participated in the Bastar Olympics. These players displayed their talent in various sports events. Bastar Olympics concluded on 15th December in Jagdalpur. Union Home Minister Amit Shah attended the closing ceremony. This Olympics has brought a new ray of energy, enthusiasm and hope among the youth of Bastar region, especially the tribal youth. This has given the message that the youth of Bastar want to play an active role in shaping the new India.