Athletes of Rajasthan walks with their state flag at the opening ceremony during the 34th National Games at the Birsa Munda Athletic Stadium at Mega Sports Complex, Games village in Hotwar near Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand state, in Ranchi, on Sunday, 20 February, 2011. Thousands of athletes from 28 states and union territories will vie for 1470 medals at stake in 33 disciplines spread over 22 venues.

Photographer: Rajesh Kumar

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