Delhi Government plans six new Khelo India centres
The Delhi government has proposed the establishment of six
Khelo India Centres
across the city to identify
young sporting talent
and promote a culture of fitness. The proposal is currently awaiting approval from the Sports Authority of India (SAI), a senior government official confirmed.
Once approved, the centres will offer aspiring athletes access to professional training, modern equipment, and expert coaching. The initiative is part of the national
Khelo India
scheme, which aims to strengthen grassroots sports by setting up training hubs at the state, district, or block levels, often utilising existing infrastructure such as schools and community centres.
These centres will focus on training in athletics, football, volleyball, hockey, and kabaddi. Currently, thousands of athletes are receiving support through
SAI Training Centres
(STCs), including former Special Area Games (SAG) centres, under the
State Level Khelo India Centre
(
SLKIC
) vertical.
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SLKICs have already been established in Kendriya Vidyalayas in Gwalior, Ghaziabad, and Delhi Cantt, among other locations, in partnership with the
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan
.
The centres are designed to identify promising talent and provide further training and financial assistance. The government will cover costs related to lodging, boarding, education, training, equipment, and competition exposure for enrolled athletes.
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Separately, the Delhi government organised a 'Sundays on Cycle' event on the occasion of World Bicycle Day as part of the Fit India Mission. The event was flagged off by Minister Ashish Sood in his Janakpuri constituency and saw participation from youth, students, senior citizens, and Resident Welfare Association members.
Minister Sood highlighted the national push for fitness and sports, stating, 'Prime Minister
Narendra Modi
has taken several significant steps to strengthen the sports ecosystem in the country. Initiatives like the Fit India and Khelo India movements have gained wide popularity.' He added that the event reflected growing public awareness and enthusiasm for health and fitness.
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