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India Places Sport at Centre of Nation-Building Says Mandaviya
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News18•12-10-2026, 11:30
India Places Sport at Centre of Nation-Building Says Mandaviya
- •Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya stated that India is placing sport at the centre of nation-building by investing in future-ready sports infrastructure.
- •Mandaviya inaugurated the BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Sports Demonstration Games in Ahmedabad featuring disciplines like Mallakhamb, Yogasana, and Kalaripayattu.
- •The government has allocated USD 3.76 billion for the flagship Khelo India Initiative to upgrade infrastructure and train young athletes.
- •Ten BRICS nations including China, Russia, Brazil, and South Africa are participating in the non-competitive demonstration event.
- •India is currently bidding to host the 2036 Olympic Games in Ahmedabad.
Key Questions Answered
At the BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Sports Demonstration Games in Ahmedabad, India showcased Mallakhamb, Yogasana, and Kalaripayattu.
The Indian government has allocated USD 3.76 billion (over 36,400 crore) for its flagship Khelo India Initiative to upgrade infrastructure nationwide and train young athletes.
Ahmedabad is bidding to host the 2036 Olympic Games and is officially scheduled to host both the 2029 World Police and Fire Games and the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
