Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports

September 8, 2026 10:43 PM

503-member Indian contingent receives grand send-off for Asian Games 2026

The 503-member Indian contingent for the Asian Games 2026 received a grand send-off in New Delhi on Tuesday, with Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya urging athletes to turn pressure into performance and opportunities into achievements. Mandaviya, along with Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President P.T. Usha, Secretary (Sports) Hari Ranjan Rao and Chef de Mission Sahdev Yadav, unveiled the official contingent jersey in the presence of athletes and support staff. ...

September 2, 2026 5:04 PM

Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Awards 2024 announced; four adventure achievers selected

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on Wednesday announced the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Awards (TNNAA) 2024, recognising four individuals for their outstanding achievements in adventure activities. The awards cover four categories - Land Adventure, Water Adventure, Air Adventure and Lifetime Achievement. The 2024 awards will be presented by the President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan along with the National Sports Awards 2025. The date of the ceremony will be announced sepa...

August 7, 2026 10:33 PM

Mansukh Mandaviya calls for transparent athlete selection, governance reforms at National Sports Federations Conclave

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Friday called for greater transparency in athlete selection, stronger governance in sports bodies and an athlete-centric approach to sports administration, saying no injustice should ever be meted out to any sportsperson. Chairing the National Sports Federation (NSF) Conclave 2026 in New Delhi, the minister said the welfare and interests of athletes must remain the highest priority for all stakeholders in India's sporting ecos...

August 6, 2026 9:18 PM

Government expands MY Bharat platform, over 2.46 crore youth registered nationwide

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has stepped up efforts to strengthen youth engagement through the MY Bharat platform by expanding AI-enabled digital services, experiential learning programmes and grassroots outreach across the country. More than 2.46 crore young people have registered on the platform since its launch, while over 1.22 lakh youth have enrolled in nearly 25,000 Experiential Learning Programmes (ELPs), according to information provided by Union Minister for Youth Affairs a...

August 3, 2026 6:40 PM

Sports Minister Mandaviya felicitates Commonwealth weightlifting medallists, urges athletes to inspire youth

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday felicitated India's Commonwealth Games 2026 weightlifting medallists, presenting cash rewards and urging them to inspire the next generation by visiting schools and colleges to promote sports. Recognising the team's impressive performance at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, the Minister awarded ₹30 lakh to gold medallists, ₹20 lakh to silver medallists and ₹10 lakh to bronze medallists. Indian weightlifters returne...

July 30, 2026 6:54 PM

Mansukh Mandaviya felicitates ISSF World Cup champions Esha Singh and Neeru Dhanda

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday felicitated International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup gold medallists Esha Singh and Naib Subedar Neeru Dhanda, congratulating them on their landmark achievements and assuring continued government support as they prepare for major international competitions, including the 2026 Asian Games and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Dhanda recently created history at the ISSF World Cup in Lonato, Italy, by becomi...

July 27, 2026 10:28 PM

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya felicitates Commonwealth Games Bronze medallist Jhandu Kumar with Rs 10 lakh award

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday felicitated para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar, who won India's first medal at the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, and presented him with a cash award of ₹10 lakh in recognition of his achievement. Jhandu secured the bronze medal in the men's heavyweight para powerlifting event with a best lift of 190kg, opening India's medal account at the Games. The felicitation ceremony was held at the Sports Minister's res...

July 27, 2026 7:39 PM

From grassroots to global glory: How Khelo India is powering India’s sporting revolution

As Indian athletes continue their campaign at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, the country's sporting journey reflects a transformation that extends far beyond medal tallies. Over the past decade, sustained investment, expanded infrastructure and athlete-centric initiatives have reshaped India's sporting ecosystem, with the Khelo India programme emerging as the cornerstone of this national effort. India is making its 19th appearance at the Commonwealth Games, a journey that began in 1934...

July 24, 2026 1:01 PM

MY Bharat facilitates nearly one lakh youth to access Prime Minister Internship Scheme

Nearly one lakh young people have been connected to the Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) through the Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) platform, with the initiative helping expand awareness and access to industry internship opportunities across the country. According to information shared by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, the Department of Youth Affairs, through MY Bharat, is working with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs to promote PMIS by leveraging...

July 23, 2026 3:58 PM

Mansukh Mandaviya leads ‘Cheer for Bharat’ cycling rally in Glasgow, promotes Fit India Movement

Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya led a cycling rally with members of the Indian diaspora in Glasgow, Scotland, on Thursday under the 'Cheer for Bharat' initiative, promoting the message of fitness, healthy living and community participation while rallying support for the Indian contingent at the Commonwealth Games 2026. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from members of the Indian community, who joined the Minister in en...