Union Minister of Youth Affairs and  Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya today chaired the 4th meeting of the General Council of the Khelo India Scheme in New Delhi. During the meeting, Dr Mandaviya reviewed the progress of the Khelo India Scheme and held detailed discussions on improving sports infrastructure and facilities to enhance athlete performance. Dr Mandaviya also informed that a Draft Sports Policy has been released on the Ministry’s website for public consultation. This policy aims to modernize and update the current framework in line with the evolving sports landscape of the country. He added that stakeholders, including the governments of States and Union Territories, as well as the general public, are invited to submit their feedback. He said, once finalized, this policy will also serve as a model for states that have yet to establish their own sports policies.

During the meeting, the Union Minister also directed for the reconstitution of sub-committees to focus on improving recruitment policies to ensure better career progression for sportspersons and enhancing welfare and support systems for athletes. Dr Mandaviya also announced the creation of a dedicated portal that will contain information on sports recruitment across Central Ministries. States will also be encouraged to use this platform to advertise sports quota vacancies, improving accessibility and transparency in recruitment.