National Sports Policy 2025 Approved: Integrates Sports into NEP Framework, Eyes 2036 Olympics

NSP 2025 has been formulated after consultations with Central Ministries, NITI Aayog, State Governments, National Sports Federations (NSFs), athletes, experts, and the general public.

There is a big update for sports enthusiasts. The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the National Sports Policy (NSP) 2025. This replaces the old 2001 policy and is a big step to make India a global sports powerhouse. It also connects sports with education and prepares for the 2036 Olympics.

All stakeholders, including Central Ministries, NITI Aayog, State Governments, National Sports Federations (NSFs), athletes, experts, and the general public, came together to make this policy. It is based on 6 main ideas:

• Winning on the global stage
• Sports for economic growth
• Sports for social development
• Sports as a people’s movement
• Integration with education
• Strong implementation plan

What will change?

• Early talent spotting and training from village level to elite level
• Better sports infrastructure in cities and villages
• Competitive leagues and world-class coaching
• Use of sports science, medicine, and technology
• Training more coaches, referees, and support staff

It also wants to grow the sports economy – like sports tourism, hosting big international events, supporting sports startups, and getting private companies involved.

Social side: It will focus on women, tribal groups, weaker sections, and persons with disabilities. Traditional games will come back, and sports will become a real career option in schools. Teachers will get special training, and sports will be part of the school curriculum.

The policy also plans community events, fitness checks in schools and workplaces, and easy access to sports facilities for everyone. Plus, it will use AI and data analytics to track performance.

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