Union Minister Mandaviya Envisions India as a Global Sports Manufacturing Hub
Union Minister Mandaviya Discusses Vision for Sports Manufacturing Hub
New Delhi, November 14: Mansukh Mandaviya, the Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, engaged with key players in India's sports manufacturing sector on Saturday. He emphasized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambition to establish India as a worldwide center for sports goods production.
During this meeting, the Minister presented the goals of the Khelo India Sports Goods Manufacturing Scheme, which received approval from the Union Cabinet on October 28, 2026. This initiative has a financial allocation of ₹1,856.67 crore for the years 2026–27 to 2033–34. Its primary aim is to enhance India's sports manufacturing ecosystem, foster innovation, increase domestic production, and improve the global competitiveness of Indian sports products.
Launched in the Union Budget for 2026–27, this scheme will offer focused support for investments, technology integration, research and development, skill enhancement, quality certification, and market expansion. The initiative aspires to cultivate a competitive sports goods industry, bolster domestic manufacturing capabilities, and better integrate Indian manufacturers into global supply chains, thereby establishing India as a premier global hub for sports goods.
In line with the Khelo Bharat Niti 2025, Make in India, and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives, the scheme is anticipated to draw investments, generate job opportunities, fortify domestic manufacturing, and elevate the global standing of Indian sports goods. The meeting saw participation from notable industry figures, including Abdul Aleem (Summit Sports), Harsh Goel (Coltzshot), Girish Venkatt (IMAXX Sports), Tejas Bhavsar (PRO WOLF), Sahana Gopal (UNRACK), Ujjwal Aggarwal (Adventra Sports), Abhiram Sadineni (Abe Bikes), and Rajesh Kharbanda (Nivia). This interaction underscores the government's dedication to collaborating with industry stakeholders to enhance domestic manufacturing, promote entrepreneurship, and position India as a top destination for high-quality sports goods manufacturing globally.