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News18•14-10-2026, 09:45
Keralam Launches 2036 Olympics Project with Athlete Training and Job Guarantees
  • •Chief Minister V D Satheesan announced the Keralam Olympic Talent Pathway project to build a strong team for the 2036 Olympics.
  • •The state government guaranteed local jobs for sportspersons excelling in international competitions to prevent them from moving elsewhere.
  • •Satheesan emphasized that promoting sports helps combat drug abuse and fosters discipline and overall well-being among children.
  • •The government promised timely disbursement of travel, daily allowances, prize money, and funds for sports equipment.
  • •Extensive sports infrastructure development is planned across the state, including stadiums and facilities in school and college campuses.

Key Questions Answered

Keralam unveiled the Keralam Olympic Talent Pathway project to identify and train young sporting talents to build a strong team for the 2036 Olympics.

Chief Minister V D Satheesan assured that the state government will provide jobs within Keralam to athletes who excel in international competitions so they do not need to move elsewhere.

The government promised timely disbursement of travel and daily allowances, full payment of prize money without delay, and extensive sports infrastructure development across stadiums and school and college campuses.