Khelo India Scheme: Promotion of Inclusiveness through Sports
The scheme aims to promote social inclusion, gender equality, peace, development, and participation in sports by supporting rural and indigenous games, sports for women, persons with disabilities, and youth in disturbed areas across the country.
At a glance
| Level | Central government |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports |
| States and UTs | All India |
| Areas | |
| Scheme for | Institutions & infrastructure |
| Tags | Sports For Peace And Development, Rural Games, Indigenous Games, Tribal Games, Talent Development, Sports Competitions, Para Sports |
Before you apply
Information from the myScheme snapshot, Aug 2026. Confirm it on the official page: eligibility, documents, benefits and deadlines are set by the issuing department and are not part of this listing.
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Related schemes
More in Sports & Culture, with the same issuer and state first.
- Khelo India Scheme: Sports Competitions and Talent DevelopmentMinistry Of Youth Affairs & Sports
- Khelo India Scheme: Khelo India Centres and Sports AcademiesMinistry Of Youth Affairs & Sports
- Khelo India Scheme: Creation and Upgradation of Sports InfrastructureMinistry Of Youth Affairs & Sports
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