Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports

September 30, 2025 1:08 PM

Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports invites applications for Sports Awards

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, has invited applications for its annual Sports Awards, recognizing and rewarding excellence in sports. The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award honors sportspersons for the most spectacular and outstanding performances, while the Arjuna Award celebrates consistent excellence in sports. The Arjuna Award (Lifetime) recognizes lifetime contributions to sports development, and the Dronacharya Award is presented to coaches who have trained...

September 26, 2025 3:22 PM

From Quiz to Siachen: 25 young Indians set to experience life at world’s highest battlefield

In a first-of-its-kind initiative, 25 young Indians are set to travel from the virtual world of a quiz to the icy heights of Siachen - the world’s highest battlefield - for a three-day immersive exposure visit from September 28 to 30. The programme, spearheaded by the Department of Youth Affairs under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, aims to offer participants a rare opportunity to experience leadership, resilience, and patriotism at one of India’s most challenging frontiers. The...

September 21, 2025 5:22 PM

Seva Pakhwada 2025: youth take charge for a drug-free, self-reliant India

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) organised the ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat’ Youth Summits on Sunday across more than 2,000 locations nationwide, as part of the ongoing Seva Pakhwada (September 17 – October 2). The initiative, which coincides with the 75th birthday celebrations of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and will culminate on Gandhi Jayanti, saw lakhs of young participants taking the ‘Nasha Mukt’ (drug-free) and ‘Swadeshi Bharat’ pledges. The campaign bui...

August 7, 2025 1:02 PM

MYBharat launches national flag quiz to promote patriotism among youth

In an effort to deepen the spirit of patriotism and promote awareness about the Indian National Flag, Mera Yuva Bharat (MYBharat)-an initiative under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports-has launched a nationwide National Flag Quiz. The quiz is now live on the official MYBharat portal (https://mybharat.gov.in), and is open to all citizens. Designed as an interactive and educational activity, the online quiz features multiple-choice questions (MCQs) related to the Tricolour. Each question wi...

April 24, 2025 10:48 AM

A new era for Indian sports: nurturing talent, honouring heroes

India’s sporting ambitions continue to soar as the government ramps up support for athletes with a significant budgetary push and a comprehensive framework of welfare initiatives. For FY 2025–26, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has been allocated a record Rs. 3,794 crore—marking a 17% increase from the revised estimates of the previous fiscal year. This includes Rs. 1,000 crore earmarked for the flagship Khelo India programme, Rs. 830 crore for the Sports Authority of India (SAI),...

March 28, 2025 2:58 PM

SAI Gandhinagar powerlifters dominate Khelo India Para Games 2025, eye World Championship glory

Powerlifting athletes from the Sports Authority of India (SAI)’s National Centre of Excellence (NCOE) in Gandhinagar showcased their dominance at the second edition of the Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) 2025, which concluded in Delhi on Thursday. The NCOE campers secured an impressive haul of 10 medals, including seven golds, at the para-powerlifting event held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium complex, according to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. Among the standout performers were Jha...

March 11, 2025 11:46 AM

Ban lifted on Wrestling Federation of India, restoring its recognition as NSF for sports

The Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has officially lifted the suspension on the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on Monday, reinstating its status as a National Sports Federation (NSF). This decision comes after months of uncertainty within Indian wrestling, following a series of controversies and protests against the WFI leadership. The WFI was initially suspended after its newly elected president, Sanjay Singh, announced the U-15 and U-20 national championships in Gonda, Uttar P...

February 16, 2025 2:37 PM

Union Youth Affairs and Sports Minister leads ‘Fit India Sundays on Cycle’ at Gateway of India

The 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' event, part of the Fit India Movement's flagship programme, took place at the iconic Gateway of India, Mumbai on Sunday. Over 500 cyclists, including wellness experts, cycling enthusiasts, and members of various cycle clubs, participated in the ride, which aimed to raise awareness about the importance of fitness and promote cycling as a sustainable solution for pollution. The cyclists rode from the Gateway of India to Girgaon Chowpatty via the scenic Marine Drive...

September 16, 2024 5:53 PM

Govt to launch KIRTI phase 2 initiative in New Delhi

Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, is set to inaugurate the second phase of the Khelo India Rising Talent Identification (KIRTI) initiative on Friday in New Delhi. This ambitious project aims to revolutionize India's approach to discovering and nurturing sports talent at the grassroots level. KIRTI, envisioned as an integrated talent identification architecture, leverages modern ICT tools and global best practices. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports said that the...