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As India showcases its strength at the Commonwealth Games 2026, the Khelo India program and other initiatives shape a brighter sporting future, focusing on youth development, infrastructure expansion, and athlete support to build a competitive nation on the international stage. Source: Original Link
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Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse, met with Meghalaya officials to discuss enhancing sports infrastructure and youth development. Key points included grassroots football initiatives, improving sports facilities, and the convergence of Central and State efforts. Source: Original Link
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Under the Khelo India initiative, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has set up 100 Khelo India Centres in Jammu and Kashmir. These centers aim to boost sports infrastructure in the UT by establishing five centers per district. Financial allocations for the initiative are distributed at the scheme level
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually addressed the inauguration of the 72nd National Volleyball Tournament in Varanasi, emphasizing the significance of sports in India's cultural and economic growth. He praised the city for its rich sports legacy and highlighted various government initiatives to promote sports at different levels. Modi
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Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, played a significant role as the Chief Guest at the 3rd Sansad Khel Mahotsav in Agra, promoting the message "No to Drugs, Yes to Sports." Emphasizing the importance of sports in instilling discipline, character, and teamwork, the Vice-President shared his past
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah celebrated the success of the 'Sansad Khel Mahotsav 2025' in Ahmedabad, underscoring its role in nurturing India's sporting talent. Inspired by Prime Minister Modi, the initiative has become a robust platform for talent search and development. With record participation of over
Northeast India
Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia participated in two High-Level Task Force meetings aimed at enhancing sports development and food self-reliance in Northeast India. The sports meeting emphasized a '60-40 model' prioritizing human resource development over infrastructure, while the food meeting focused on creating an integrated market for milk,
Assistant Coaches
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has launched a significant recruitment drive for over 320 Assistant Coach positions in the Sports Authority of India (SAI), marking the largest recruitment since 2017. This initiative aims to enhance India's coaching network, with a focus on gender inclusivity, reserving over
Sports Development
The Second High-Level Task Force Meeting on Sports Development in the North Eastern Region was held, chaired by Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia emphasized the region's potential as India's sporting hub, advocating for a bottom-up approach, long-term coaching engagement, and modern sports facilities.
Labour Reforms
Vice President Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan praised the efforts of the Ministry of Labour & Employment and the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports in promoting labour reforms, youth empowerment, and sports development. He highlighted key initiatives such as the E-Shram Portal, Khelo India, and youth exchange programs aimed at
Volleyball
A high-level delegation from the Fédération Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB) met with Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse, to discuss the future of volleyball in India. Key topics included talent scouting, training leave for athletes, free coaching resources, and women's empowerment. The
Oil and Gas PSUs
Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, highlighted the significant role of India's oil and gas PSUs in promoting sports during an event for National Sports Day. He emphasized the government's increased focus on sports since 2014, including the passing of the National Sports