Khelo India

Grassroots sports development programme launched in 2018 — the Khelo India Youth Games and University Games, talent identification with athlete stipends, and sports infrastructure. Departmental releases record successive editions of both Games.

Category: Education & Skills
Ministry: Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Launched: 2018

Stated goals

A sporting culture from the grassroots — annual games, identified talent on long-term stipends, and accessible infrastructure.

Target beneficiaries

School and university athletes and community sports infrastructure users

Fact-checks on this scheme

UnverifiableWe will map state and district-wise sport talent and strengths, recognize the traditional sporting practices and focus on the promotion of specific sports in specific regions… we will continue to provide adequate resources under this scheme to ensure the achievement of declared objectives. Under this scheme, special attention will be given to encourage sporting talent among women and tribals.Claimed by Bharatiya Janata Party on 8 Apr 2019

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Khelo India

Category: Education & Skills
Ministry: Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Launched: 2018

Stated goals

A sporting culture from the grassroots — annual games, identified talent on long-term stipends, and accessible infrastructure.

Target beneficiaries

School and university athletes and community sports infrastructure users

Fact-checks on this scheme

UnverifiableWe will map state and district-wise sport talent and strengths, recognize the traditional sporting practices and focus on the promotion of specific sports in specific regions… we will continue to provide adequate resources under this scheme to ensure the achievement of declared objectives. Under this scheme, special attention will be given to encourage sporting talent among women and tribals.Claimed by Bharatiya Janata Party on 8 Apr 2019