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India Today
4 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
PM Modi lauds sports policy in Independence Day speech, pledges holistic development
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, August 15 underscored the pivotal role of sports in India's development journey, highlighting the new National Sports Policy (NSP) as a cornerstone for fostering sporting excellence across all levels. Speaking from the ramparts of the Red Fort during his Independence Day address, the Prime Minister said the policy would ensure growth in sports 'from the farthest school to the Olympics,' signalling a renewed national focus on nurturing talent from grassroots to elite on changing societal attitudes, Modi observed that there was a time when sports was not regarded as a viable career option. 'Sports is an essential aspect of development and I am happy that from the time when parents used to scoff at children spending time in sports, we have reached a point where it has changed. Now, parents are happy if children take interest in sports,' he said, as guests including double Olympic-medallist shooter Manu Bhaker applauded. He described this shift as a 'good omen' and a source of pride for the NSP, approved by the Union Cabinet on July 1, aims to establish accountability mechanisms within the sports sector, ensuring ethical practices, fair play, and healthy competition. The policy proposes creating national agencies and inter-ministerial committees to resolve issues swiftly, along with revamped funding mechanisms such as 'Adopt an Athlete,' 'Adopt a District,' 'Adopt a Venue,' 'One Corporate-One Sport,' and 'One PSU-One State' wherever feasible. 'To promote sports, we have come up with the National Sports Policy after several decades. It would ensure development of sports, from school to the Olympics. We will develop an ecosystem whether it is coaching, fitness or infrastructure. We will create an ecosystem that penetrates the farthest corner of the country,' Modi sports bill introduces a National Sports Board (NSB) with powers to de-recognise federations that fail to hold elections, commit gross irregularities, or misappropriate public funds. Federations must obtain NSB recognition to access central government funding, ensuring a more transparent and accountable system. Additionally, the bill proposes a National Sports Tribunal with civil court powers to adjudicate disputes ranging from athlete selection to federation elections, with decisions only challengeable in the Supreme Court. Some flexibility has been allowed regarding age limits for administrators, permitting those aged 70 to 75 to contest elections if international statutes also highlighted the link between fitness, sports, and public health, stressing the need to tackle obesity as part of building a sporting culture. 'When I talk of fitness and sports, I want to talk about obesity, which is a huge problem for the country. It is predicted that every third person is expected to be obese in future; we have to reduce consumption of oil to win this war on obesity,' he said.- EndsMust Watch
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First Post
4 days ago
- Politics
- First Post
PM Modi hails new National Sports Policy, says will create ecosystem that will 'penetrate farthest corner' of India
In his 103-minute Independence Day speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort in New Delhi on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India has come a long way from the time when sports was not seen as a viable career option. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort in New Delhi on the occasion of the 79th Indian Independence Day on Friday, 15 August. AP described sports as an essential aspect of India's journey towards becoming a developed nation, saying that the new National Sports Policy (NSP) will ensure a sporting growth that covers the farthest school to the elite Olympics. In his Independence Day speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort, the PM said the country has come a long way from the time when sports was not seen as a viable career option. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Sports is an essential aspect of development and I am happy, that from the time when parents used to scoff at children spending time in sports, we have reached a point where it has changed. Now, parents are happy if children take interest in sports,' Modi said as guests such as double Olympic-medallist shooter Manu Bhaker applauded. 'I consider it a good omen. It fills me with pride to see sports finding a space in Indian families. It is good for India's future,' he added. The NSP, which calls for greater accountability of administrators and establishment of processes to 'ensure ethical practices, fair play and healthy competition in the sports sector', was introduced on July 1 after cabinet approval. Also Read | Tendulkar, Gukesh and other sportspersons extend wishes on 79th Indian Independence Day It professes the creation of national agencies and inter-ministerial committees to facilitate swift action and effective resolution of issues. The policy also proposes a revamped funding mechanism, including initiatives such as 'Adopt an Athlete', 'Adopt a District', 'Adopt a Venue', 'One Corporate-One Sport', and 'One PSU-One State' wherever feasible. 'To promote sports, we have come up with the National Sports Policy after several decades. It would ensure development of sports, from school to the Olympics. 'We will develop an ecosystem whether it is coaching, fitness or infrastructure. We will create an ecosystem that penetrates the farthest corner of the country,' the PM declared. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Within weeks of the NSP, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya pushed for and ensured the passage of the long-pending National Sports Governance Bill in Parliament for a stricter regulatory framework for National Sports Federations and a well-defined dispute resolution system. India's Olympic performance has been underwhelming with the 2021 Tokyo Games hauls of seven, including one gold, being its best ever show till date. The Prime Minister also reiterated that fitness is an important part of sporting culture and for that, the nation needs to fight obesity by cutting down consumption of oil. 'When I talk of fitness and sports, I want to talk about obesity, which is a huge problem for the country. It is predicted that every third person is expected to be obese in future, we have to reduce consumption of oil to win this war on obesity,' he said.
NDTV
4 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
"Want To Promote Sports In Far-Flung Areas": PM Narendra Modi On Independence Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday declared his commitment to promote sports in the remote corners of the country and said the recently-approved National Sports Policy 2025 will help in realising the goal. "We want to promote sports in far flung areas. The National Sports Policy will help in this matter," Modi said in his address to the nation during the 79th Independence Day from the Red Fort here. The Union Cabinet chaired by the PM Modi had last month approved the the National Sports Policy (NSP) 2025, a landmark initiative aimed at reshaping the country's sporting landscape and empowering citizens through sports. The new policy supersedes the existing National Sports Policy 2001, and lays out a visionary and strategic road map to establish India as a global sporting powerhouse and a strong contender for excellence at international sporting events, including the 2036 Olympic Games. The NSP 2025 aims to build a strong and inclusive sports ecosystem in the country. The PM said he feels happy when parents take pride in guiding their children to take up sports. "Sports plays a vital role in a nation's development, and I am delighted that today, when children show interest in sports, it fills parents with pride. I see this as a highly encouraging sign for the future of our country," Modi said. He added that the government's Khelo Bharat Policy was ensuring a robust development in the field of sports. "To boost sports, we have, after many decades, introduced the Khelo Bharat Policy, aimed at ensuring the holistic growth of the sporting sector. From school-level games to the Olympics, our goal is to build a complete and robust ecosystem for sports. "I also wish to share with you a concern related to fitness. Obesity is becoming a major crisis for our country. Experts say that in the coming years, one out of every three people will suffer from it. We must protect ourselves from this threat," he said.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
PM Narendra Modi lauds National Spots Bill, plans to create sports ecosystem from farthest school to Olympics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation from the rampart of the Red Fort during Independence Day celebrations in New Delhi (AP Photo/Manish Swarup) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday stressed the importance of sports in shaping India's future, linking it to the country's goal of becoming a developed nation. Speaking from the Red Fort during his Independence Day address, Modi said the recently approved National Sports Policy (NSP) 2025 would strengthen the sporting ecosystem from the grassroots to the Olympics. 'Sports is an essential aspect of development and I am happy, that from the time when parents used to scoff at children spending time in sports, we have reached a point where it has changed. Now, parents are happy if children take interest in sports,' Modi said as quoted by PTI. He described it as a 'good omen' for the nation. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The NSP 2025, cleared by the Union Cabinet last month, replaces the two-decade-old National Sports Policy 2001. It aims to create a strong and inclusive sporting structure, with measures to ensure ethical practices, fair play, and healthy competition. The framework includes national agencies, inter-ministerial committees, and funding initiatives such as 'Adopt an Athlete', 'Adopt a District', and 'One Corporate-One Sport'. 'To promote sports, we have come up with the National Sports Policy after several decades. It would ensure development of sports, from school to the Olympics. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Discover the AI writing partner that understands your audience. Grammarly Install Now Undo We will develop an ecosystem whether it is coaching, fitness or infrastructure… that penetrates the farthest corner of the country,' the Prime Minister said. Within weeks of the policy's approval, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya also ensured the passage of the National Sports Governance Bill in Parliament, introducing a stricter regulatory framework for National Sports Federations and a formal dispute resolution mechanism. The Prime Minister also said that fitness is integral to sporting culture and urged citizens to address the growing obesity problem. 'When I talk of fitness and sports, I want to talk about obesity, which is a huge problem for the country. It is predicted that every third person is expected to be obese in future, we have to reduce consumption of oil to win this war on obesity,' he said. Poll How important do you think sport is in shaping a nation's future? Extremely important Varies from person to person Not important Modi added that the government's efforts, including the Khelo Bharat Policy, are focused on building a robust and inclusive sports culture. 'From school-level games to the Olympics, our goal is to build a complete and robust ecosystem for sports,' he said. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
News18
4 days ago
- Politics
- News18
National Sports Policy Will Ensure All-Round Development Of Indian Sports: PM Narendra Modi
Last Updated: PM Modi stressed sports' importance for India's growth, launching the National Sports Policy to aid sports from schools to the Olympics, with new funding and stricter rules. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called sports a key part of India's path to becoming a developed nation. He said the new National Sports Policy (NSP) will support sports development from the smallest schools to the elite Olympics. In his Independence Day speech at the Red Fort, the PM noted that the country has changed a lot from the days when sports were not seen as a good career choice. 'Sports is an essential aspect of development and I am happy, that from the time when parents used to scoff at children spending time in sports, we have reached a point where it has changed. Now, parents are happy if children take interest in sports," Modi said, with guests like double Olympic-medallist shooter Manu Bhaker applauding. 'I consider it a good omen. It fills me with pride to see sports finding a space in Indian families. It is good for India's future," he added. The NSP, approved by the cabinet on July 1, aims to hold administrators accountable and establish processes for ethical practices, fair play, and healthy competition in sports. It includes creating national agencies and inter-ministerial committees for quick action and problem resolution. The policy also suggests new funding methods like 'Adopt an Athlete', 'Adopt a District', 'Adopt a Venue', 'One Corporate-One Sport', and 'One PSU-One State', where possible. 'To promote sports, we have come up with the National Sports Policy after several decades. It would ensure the development of sports, from school to the Olympics. We will develop an ecosystem, whether it is coaching, fitness or infrastructure. We will create an ecosystem that penetrates the farthest corner of the country," the PM declared. Soon after the NSP, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya pushed for and got the National Sports Governance Bill passed in Parliament. This bill provides stricter regulations for National Sports Federations and a clear dispute resolution system. India's performance at the Olympics has been lacking, with the 2021 Tokyo Games yielding seven medals, including one gold, being its best result so far. The Prime Minister also stressed that fitness is a crucial part of sports culture and that the country needs to tackle obesity by reducing oil consumption. 'When I talk of fitness and sports, I want to talk about obesity, which is a huge problem for the country. It is predicted that every third person is expected to be obese in future, we have to reduce consumption of oil to win this war on obesity," he said. (With PTI Inputs) view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
