Executive Summary:
This document outlines the schemes implemented by the Government of India for the development of sports and youth affairs. It details the various schemes under the Department of Youth Affairs and the Department of Sports. The document also specifies the funds allocated for each scheme for the financial year 2025-26, with the information provided in Indian Rupees (crore).
Key Points / Main Content:
Youth Affairs Schemes:
* Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram (RYSK): An umbrella scheme with seven sub-schemes: National Youth Corps, National Programme for Youth and Adolescent Development, International Cooperation, Youth Hostels, Assistance to Scouting and Guiding Organisations, National Young Leaders Programme, and Yuva Portal.
* National Service Scheme (NSS)
* Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS)
* Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD)
* Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat)
Sports Schemes:
* Khelo India National Programme for Development of Sports
* Assistance to National Sports Federations (NSFs)
* Cash Awards to Medal Winners in International Sports Events and their Coaches
* National Sports Awards
* Pension to Meritorious Sportspersons
* Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay National Sports Welfare Scheme
* National Sports Development Fund
* Running Sports Training Centres through Sports Authority of India (SAI)
Funding Information:
* Funds are allocated scheme-wise, not state-wise.
* Detailed budget allocations for FY 2025-26 for each scheme under both departments are provided in the annexure.
* Total budget for Department of Youth Affairs: INR 1273.77 crore
* Total budget for Department of Sports: INR 2520.53 crore
Impact Analysis:
Government of India (Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports):
* Impact: Responsible for implementing and overseeing the various schemes for youth affairs and sports development, as well as allocating and managing the funds for these schemes.
* Action Required: Ensure effective implementation of schemes, monitor progress, and manage allocated funds according to the specified guidelines.
National Sports Federations (NSFs):
* Impact: Eligible to receive financial assistance for sports development activities.
* Action Required: Apply for and utilize the provided funds effectively to promote sports development.
Sportspersons and Coaches:
* Impact: Potential beneficiaries of cash awards, pension schemes, and welfare programs.
* Action Required: Meet the eligibility criteria to qualify for applicable awards, pensions, and welfare benefits.
Youth Organizations (e.g., NYKS, NSS, Scouting and Guiding Organizations):
* Impact: To be supported through various schemes and programs for youth development.
* Action Required: Participate actively in relevant programs and initiatives to contribute towards youth empowerment and development.
Sports Authority of India (SAI):
* Impact: Responsible for running sports training centers.
* Action Required: Effectively manage and operate sports training centers.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports: The Indian government ministry responsible for youth affairs and sports.
Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram: An umbrella scheme with multiple sub-schemes for youth empowerment.
National Service Scheme: A Government scheme promoting community service among students.
Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan: An autonomous organization under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, India, that works to involve rural youth in nation-building activities.
Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development: An institute focused on youth development.
Khelo India National Programme for Development of Sports: A national program for the development of sports in India.
Sports Authority of India: The apex national sports body of India, established in 1984 by the Government of India
Jammu and Kashmir: A region of India, referenced in relation to enhancement of sports facilities.
Government of India
Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports
(Department of Sports)
LOK SABHA
UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2312
TO BE ANSWERED ON 04.08.2025
Schemes for Development of various Sports
2312. Dr. Kirsan Namdeo:
Will the Minister of YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pleased to state:
(a) the number of schemes implemented by the Government in the
country for the development of various sports and youth affairs;
(b) the name and details thereof; and
(c) the details of the funds allocated under each Schemes, Scheme
and State-wise?
ANSWER
THE MINISTER OF YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS
(DR MANSUKH MANDAVIYA)
(a) to (b) : The Government runs various schemes for the development
of sports and youth affairs in the country.
The schemes under the Department of Youth Affairs are:
(i) Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram (RYSK) is an umbrella
scheme with the following 7 sub-schemes:
a. National Youth Corps
b. National Programme for Youth and Adolescent Development
c. International Cooperation
d. Youth Hostels
e. Assistance to Scouting and Guiding Organisations
f. National Young Leaders Programme
g. Yuva Portal
(ii) National Service Scheme (NSS)
(iii) Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS)
(iv) Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD)
(v) Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat)2
The major schemes under the Department of Sports are:
(i) Khelo India- National Programme for Development of Sports
(ii) Assistance to National Sports Federations (NSFs)
(iii) Cash Awards to Medal Winners in International Sports Events
and their Coaches
(iv) National Sports Awards
(v) Pension to Meritorious Sportspersons
(vi) Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay National Sports Welfare Scheme
(vii) National Sports Development Fund
(viii) Running Sports Training Centres through Sports Authority of
India (SAI)
The details of the above schemes are available in public domain and
can be seen at https://yas.gov.in.
(c): Funds are allocated by this Ministry Scheme-wise, not state-wise.
The details of the funds allocated for FY 2025-26 across various
schemes of Department of Youth Affairs and Department of Sports is
given at Annexure.
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ANNEXURE
ANNEXURE REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PART (C) OF THE LOK SABHA
UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2312 TO BE ANSWERED ON 04.08.2025
ASKED BY DR. KIRSAN NAMDEO REGARDING SCHEMES FOR
DEVELOPMENT OF VARIOUS SPORTS
DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH AFFAIRS
(Rs. in crore)
Sl. Scheme Budget
No. Allocation
2025-26
A Secretariat
1 Secretariat YA 40.09
2 PAO (Sports) 1.70
Total - A 41.79
B Schemes
1 National Service Scheme 450.00
2 Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram (RYSK)
(i) National Youth Corps 65.00
(ii) National Programme for Youth 25.00
and Adolescent Development
(NPYAD)
(iii) International Co-operation 55.00
(iv) Youth Hostel 5.00
(v) Scouting and Guiding 0.75
(vi) Young Leaders Programme 9.25
(vii) Yuva Portal 90.00
Total - B 700.00
C Institutions
1 Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan 423.50
2 Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of 26.00
Youth Development
3 My Bharat 82.48
Total - C 531.98
Grand Total (A+B+C) 1273.774
DEPARTMENT OF SPORTS
(Rs. in crore)
Sl.No. Scheme Budget
Allocation
2025-26
A Encouragement and Awards to Sportsperson
1 Incentive to Sports Persons (Special 33.00
Cash Awards)
2 Pension to Meritorious Sportsperson 4.00
3 Assistance to National Sports Federation 400.00
4 Human Resource Development in Sports 4.00
5 National Sports Development Fund 18.00
6 Pandit Deendayal Upadhayay 2.00
National Welfare for Sportspersons
7 National Centre of Sports Science 10.00
and Research
Total - A 471.00
B Institutions
1 Sports Authority of India (SAI) 830.00
2 Laxmibai National Institute of 85.00
Physical Education (LNIPE)
3 National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) 23.00
4 National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) 24.30
5 World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) 3.50
6 National Sports University (NSU) 63.72
Total -B 1029.52
C Khelo India: National Programme for Development of
Sports
1 Khelo India 1000.00
2 Commonwealth Games 0.01
3 Enhancement of Sports Facility in J&K 20.00
Total-C 1020.01
Grand Total (A+B+C) 2520.53
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