Lok Sabha Question No. 43 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-11-25
Subject: Upgradation of Sports Infrastructure
Ministry: YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS
Asked by: Shri Yogender Chandolia, Shri Khagen Murmu, Shri Chandra Prakash Joshi

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF YOUTH AFFAIRS & SPORTS (DEPARTMENT OF SPORTS)

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 43 ANSWERED ON 25.11.2024

Upgradation of Sports Infrastructure

43. SHRI CHANDRA PRAKASH JOSHI: SHRI YOGENDER CHANDOLIA: SHRI KHAGEN MURMU:

Will the Minister of YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pleased to state:

- (a)  the  improvements in creation and upgradation of sports infrastructure;
- and
- (b)  the  details  and  the  impact  of  Fit  India  Movement  in  giving  a  healthy lifestyle to the people?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OF YOUTH AFFAIRS & SPORTS { DR. MANSUKH MANDAVIYA }

- (a) 'Sports'  being  a  State  subject,  the  responsibility  of  development  of sports,  including  creation  and  upgradation  of  sports  infrastructure,  rests primarily with the State/Union Territory Governments. The Union Government supplements their  efforts  by  bridging  critical  gaps.  However, u nder the 'Creation and upgradation of sports infrastructure' component of the Khelo India Scheme, this Ministry renders financial support for creation of  basic  sports  infrastructure  such  as  sports  complex,  synthetic  athletic tracks, synthetic hockey fields, synthetic turf football grounds, multipurpose  halls,  swimming  pools,  etc.  along  with  sports  equipment. Further,  under  National  Sports  Development  Funds  (NSDF),  Government supports various institutions and individuals for creation and upgradation of sports facilities across the country. The details of the sports infrastructure sanctioned  under  Khelo  India  Scheme  and  NSDF,  across  the  country,  are available in public domain on the dashboard of the Ministry at https://mdsd.kheloindia.gov.in and http://www.nsdf.yas.gov.in/nsdfglance.html.

(b)  The  Fit  India  Movement  was  launched  on  29 th   August,  2019,  to encourage  citizens  to  adopt  healthier  lifestyles  through  regular  physical activities  and  sports.  Its  primary  objectives  are  to  inspire  people  to integrate  fitness  into  their  daily  routines,  raise  awareness  about  the importance of health and wellness, and to foster community participation in fitness programs. Key initiatives include Fit India Week, where schools and universities across the country engage in physical activities; the Fit India Freedom  Run, a unique event combining fitness with environmental awareness; and the Fit India Quiz, which promotes knowledge about health, among  students.  The  movement  also  includes  the  Fit  India  Mobile  App, which helps users track their fitness progress, and the "Fit India Champions Podcast,"  featuring  inspiring  athletes.  Additionally,  National  Sports  Day  is celebrated  to  emphasize  the  role  of  sports  in  overall  well-being.  The movement  plays  a  key  role  in  motivating  youth  to  take  up  sports  and fitness.  Social  media  influencers  have  further  amplified  the  movement's message,  reaching  a  broad  audience  and  promoting  fitness  and  wellness nationwide. Overall, the Fit India Movement is creating a culture of health, fitness, and well-being at the grassroots level.

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