Mansukh Mandaviya

September 21, 2026 10:09 AM

Asian Games Fun Run draws over 40,000 participants in Thiruvananthapuram

More than 40,000 people participated in the first-ever 2026 Aichi–Nagoya Asian Games Fun Run held in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on Tuesday under the Olympic Council of Asia’s “Asian Games for All” initiative. Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated the event at the University Stadium. The event was attended by Kerala Governor Rajendra Viswanath Arlekar, Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, Leader of Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan, Indian Olympic Association Pre...

June 19, 2026 4:29 PM

PM Modi highlights PMVBRY as key driver of job creation and youth empowerment

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday highlighted the transformative potential of the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY). Sharing an article written by Union Labour and Employment Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, PM Modi said, "Empowering the youth with innumerable opportunities remains the core vision for a Viksit Bharat. The PMVBRY is set to foster large-scale job creation and transformation. This scheme shall also work as an enabler for the young minds to become active parti...

June 18, 2026 3:29 PM

PM Modi shares article highlighting youth as driving force behind Viksit Bharat 2047

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday shared an article by Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya, highlighting the pivotal role of India's youth in shaping the country's journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. Mandaviya's article, titled "Developed India Rests on the Youth's Well-Being", outlines how unprecedented investments in education, skilling, entrepreneurship, sports and civic participation over the past twelve years have created new opportunities ...

June 16, 2026 4:44 PM

Mansukh Mandaviya to lead Fit India Cyclothon along Mumbai’s Worli seafront on June 17

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports and Labour and Employment Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya will lead a special edition of the Fit India Cyclothon along Mumbai's iconic Worli Coastal Cycle Track on Wednesday, as part of the nationwide celebrations leading to the 12th International Day of Yoga on June 21. Organised by the Sports Authority of India (SAI), Regional Centre Mumbai, the event titled "Cycling by the Sea" is expected to bring together around 250 cyclists from diverse backgrounds who wi...

June 9, 2026 10:25 AM

Mandaviya felicitates India’s U-18 hockey teams after Asia Cup success

Union Sports Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday felicitated the Indian men's and women's hockey teams at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) headquarters in New Delhi for their impressive performances at the Under-18 Hockey Asia Cup in Japan. The Indian men's team, captained by Ketan Kushwaha, clinched the U-18 Asia Cup title after defeating hosts Japan 4-1 in the final at Kakamigahara on Friday. In recognition of their achievement, the Sports Minister presented the team with a cheque of R...

June 7, 2026 10:10 AM

Youth key to realising Viksit Bharat vision, says Mandaviya at MY Bharat Convention

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Saturday said that India's youth are the country's greatest strength and will play a central role in realising the vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047. Addressing the 'Youth for Viksit Bharat: MY Bharat Youth Convention' at the Thyagaraj Sports Complex in New Delhi, the minister said Prime Minister Narendra Modi envisions a developed India driven by the ideas, innovation and aspirations of young citizens. The convention brought toge...

June 1, 2026 9:15 AM

PM Modi, Amit Shah extend birthday wishes to Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday extended birthday greetings to Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Birthday greetings to Union Cabinet Minister Shri Mansukh Mandaviya Ji. He is making a noteworthy contribution towards improving sporting infrastructure and furthering the welfare of our Yuva Shakti. He is also at the forefront of furthering the welfare of our workers, who have a key role in our economy. Praying for his long a...

May 15, 2026 3:29 PM

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya reviews India’s preparations for Commonwealth Games 2026

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday chaired a high-level review meeting to assess India’s preparedness for the Commonwealth Games 2026, scheduled to be held in Glasgow. The meeting focused on strengthening coordination among stakeholders and ensuring an athlete-centric approach to India’s campaign for the Games. Senior officials from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, representatives of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), including the Chef de...

April 29, 2026 6:37 PM

PM Modi highlights significant rise in women’s employment rate

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday shared an article highlighting the significant rise in women’s employment across India, pointing to improved job opportunities and greater workforce participation in recent years. In a post on X, the Prime Minister cited data shared by Union Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, noting that the women’s employment rate has increased to 39 per cent in 2025 from 22 per cent in 2017. In his article Mandaviya said that the rise reflects a br...

April 27, 2026 4:32 PM

Mandaviya launches NRAI athlete app, grassroots drive to introduce 7.5 lakh youth to shooting

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Sunday attended the 75th anniversary celebrations of the National Rifle Association of India, where a nationwide grassroots programme to introduce 7.5 lakh school and college students to shooting and a new athlete management app were launched. The programme, built around a practical “10-shot experience”, aims to familiarise 7.5 lakh young participants with the sport ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympics. It will be implemented across states and distric...