Lok Sabha Question No. 1303 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-08
Subject: Upgradation of Khelo India Scheme
Ministry: YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS
Asked by: Dr. Vinod Kumar Bind

## Government of India Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports

## Department of Sports

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1303 TO BE ANSWERED ON 08.12.2025

Upgradation of Khelo India Scheme

1303. Dr. Vinod Kumar Bind:

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

- (a) the details of the improvements made in creation and upgradation of sports infrastructure under the Khelo India Schemes across the country; and
- (b)  the  details  and  the  impact  of  Fit  India  Movement  in  promoting  a healthy lifestyle among the people, State/UT-wise?

## THE MINISTER OF YOUTH AFFAIRS & SPORTS

## ANSWER [ 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, under 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/nsdf-glance.html.

(b)  The  Fit  India  Movement  was  launched  on  29th  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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