Archive · 27 Jul 2025
PM Modi Promotes 'Khelo Bharat Niti' on 'Mann Ki Baat'
Prime Minister Modi talked about the 'Khelo Bharat Niti 2025' plan, which wants to make India a sports powerhouse.
Schools and colleges will make sports a part of daily life.
The plan also supports sports businesses.
India did very well at the World Police and Fire Games in the USA, winning many medals.
India will host the Games in 2029.
PM Modi discussed the 'Khelo Bharat Niti 2025' on 'Mann Ki Baat'.
The policy aims to integrate sports into school and college curricula.
Sports startups will receive support under the new policy.
India secured 588 medals at the 2025 World Police and Fire Games in the USA.
India will host the World Police and Fire Games in Ahmedabad in 2029.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indian athletes.
- What
- PM Modi discussed the 'Khelo Bharat Niti 2025' and its goals on 'Mann Ki Baat'.
- When
- During a recent 'Mann Ki Baat' address, referencing the policy approved earlier in July.
- Where
- India and the USA, also mentioning Ahmedabad, Gujarat for a future event.
- Why
- To promote sports participation, develop talent, and establish India as a global sporting leader.
Government's View
Public View
Focus of the Policy
Government's View
The 'Khelo Bharat Niti 2025' will make India a sporting superpower by integrating sports into daily life.
Public View
Focus is on building infrastructure rather than developing the grassroots of sports.
- Policy Name
- Khelo Bharat Niti 2025
- Key Figure
- Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India
- Event
- World Police and Fire Games 2025
- Indian Medal Count
- 588
- Host City (2029)
- Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Sources
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