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Govt provides a ₹36,441 boost to Khelo India Scheme
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Union Cabinet approved ₹36,441 crore outlay for Khelo India Scheme for five years starting current financial year.
Expansion includes increased assistance to National Sports Federations and a comprehensive athlete development pathway.
Funding will increase support per athlete tenfold, from ₹6.28 lakh to around ₹62.8 lakh per annum.
Number of Khelo India Athletes will rise from 3,000 to 30,000 over five years, with new Emerging Khelo India Athletes layer.
Aimed at preparing talent for 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad and 2036 Olympics bid.
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