The Union Cabinet revamped the Khelo India Scheme with ₹36,441 crore outlay for 2026-31, along with enhanced ANSF (Assistance to National Sports Federations). Components: Youth Games, University Games, Winter Games, infrastructure, talent identification. India's 2036 Olympics bid (Ahmedabad) and LA28 are key catalysts.
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Cabinet Revamps Khelo India Scheme — ₹36,441 Crore for 2026-31; India's Sports Development Push for 2036 Olympics Bid
Key Points
- The Union Cabinet revamped the Khelo India Scheme with ₹36,441 crore outlay for 2026-31, along with enhanced ANSF (Assistance to National Sports Federations)
- Components: Youth Games, University Games, Winter Games, infrastructure, talent identification
- India's 2036 Olympics bid (Ahmedabad) and LA28 are key catalysts
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• Khelo India Scheme (revamped): ₹36,441 crore; Cabinet August 1, 2026; 2026-31 • Components: Youth Games + University Games + Winter Games + infrastructure • India: 2036 Olympics bid (Ahmedabad); LA28 targets • Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
