The initiatives aim to strengthen India\u2019s sports ecosystem and underscore the Union Government\u2019s focus on building modern, athlete-centric infrastructure nationwide.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The six projects, with a total outlay of \u20b982 crore, are being developed under the Khelo India Scheme with additional support from the Sports Authority of India (SAI). Spread across multiple regions, including eastern and north-eastern India, the projects are designed to ensure equitable and inclusive development of sports infrastructure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The works include the upgrade of a synthetic hockey turf in Bengaluru, the construction of a multipurpose hall in Patiala, the installation of synthetic athletic tracks in Bhopal, Guwahati, and Jalpaiguri, and the construction of a multipurpose judo hall in Bhopal.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Alongside laying the foundation stone, Mandaviya inaugurated two completed athlete support facilities at the Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports (NS NIS), Patiala, at a cost of \u20b938 crore. These facilities comprise a centralised kitchen and food court-cum-dining hall to improve athlete nutrition services, and an Integrated Sports Science Centre and Conditioning Hall. The latter is expected to significantly boost scientific training, performance analysis, rehabilitation and recovery support for elite athletes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Acknowledging the role of stakeholders and underlining SAI\u2019s responsibility in managing sports assets, the minister said, \u201cMany sports infrastructure projects are being developed across the country, but the facilities under SAI are our direct responsibility. These assets must be properly maintained, optimally utilised and, wherever possible, commercially leveraged so that public investment continues to create long-term value.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Mandaviya also stressed the importance of accountability and timely execution, noting that the projects would be closely monitored. He said SAI would conduct monthly reviews, while he would personally conduct quarterly reviews to ensure faster implementation and optimal utilisation of the infrastructure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Within the broader sports policy framework, the minister referred to the Union Finance Minister\u2019s announcement of the Khelo India Mission, which outlines key measures to strengthen the country\u2019s sports ecosystem, including infrastructure development.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe must work collectively to realise Hon\u2019ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi\u2019s vision of positioning India among the top 10 sporting nations by 2036 and among the top five when the country celebrates 100 years of Independence,\u201d Mandaviya said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He further noted that \u20b9500 crore has been allocated to sports goods manufacturing, a move intended to bolster domestic production and support the growth of a self-reliant, globally competitive sports ecosystem.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe must work collectively to realise Hon\u2019ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi\u2019s vision of positioning India among the top 10 sporting nations by 2036 and among the top five when the country celebrates 100 years of Independence,\u201d Mandaviya said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Mandaviya added that sustained investment in sports infrastructure should serve as a source of inspiration for athletes across the country, strengthening India\u2019s high-performance ecosystem and contributing to the nation\u2019s long-term sporting ambitions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n