State Government Unveils Budget to Boost Sports Development

The state government has unveiled a budget designed to enhance sports development, focusing on establishing new sports excellence centers at five universities. Former Sports Minister Sardar Sandeep Singh highlighted the budget's comprehensive approach, which includes financial support for athletes and initiatives aimed at improving their training and facilities. With a significant allocation under the Mission Olympic Winning Future scheme, the budget aims to provide essential resources for athletes to achieve their goals. This initiative reflects the government's commitment to fostering a robust sports culture in the state.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 17, 2025, 18:38 IST

Budget Aimed at Promoting Sports in the State

(Kurukshera News) Pihowa. Former State Sports Minister Sardar Sandeep Singh expressed that Chief Minister Nayab Singh has presented a budget that aligns with public sentiments, benefiting various groups including farmers, women, employees, youth, and athletes. He emphasized that the establishment of new sports excellence centers at five universities in the state will significantly encourage sports.

New Sports Excellence Centers to Foster Athletic Growth: Sardar Sandeep Singh

Additionally, under the Mission Olympic Winning Future scheme, a budget allocation of ₹20 crore will provide athletes with essential facilities to achieve their goals. Sandeep Singh noted that initiatives such as increasing athletes' dietary allowances, offering loans up to ₹5 crore for medal-winning athletes to establish academies in their home districts, and launching the 'Khelo Haryana' app are commendable. He acknowledged that Chief Minister Nayab Saini is continuously working to promote sports, following the footsteps of former Chief Minister and Union Minister Manohar Lal.