On July 1, 2025, the Indian government approved the National Sports Policy 2025 (“NSP 2025”), also known as Khelo Bharat Niti 2025. The NSP 2025 replaces the earlier policy formulated in 2001. It serves as a guiding framework for developing plans and schemes aimed at improving the country’s sporting ecosystem.
The policy was framed after extensive consultations with NITI Aayog, state governments, national sports federations, athletes, and experts. It lays out a roadmap to establish India as a global sporting powerhouse, with a particular focus on the 2036 Olympic Games. The NSP 2025 aims to increase participation in sports nationwide and enhance the performance of Indian athletes on the international stage.
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Key Points of the Policy:
Excellence on the Global Stage: Support India in winning more medals at major international events such as the Olympics.
Sports for Economic Development: Leverage sports to boost the economy by creating jobs and new opportunities.
Sports for Social Development: Make sports accessible to all, ensuring inclusion across diverse social backgrounds.
Sports as a People’s Movement: Encourage widespread participation in sports, fostering a culture of health and fitness throughout the country.
Sports in Education: Integrate sports into school and college curricula to promote physical education.
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Key Features and Initiatives:
Grassroots Development: Focus on rural outreach and improving local-level sports facilities.
League Culture: Support the growth of domestic leagues across multiple sports disciplines.
Private Sector Participation: Promote public-private partnerships and corporate social responsibility investments, particularly in Olympic sports.
Sports Governance Reform: Implement regulatory frameworks to ensure transparency and accountability in sports administration.
Infrastructure Development: Build international-standard sports venues across the country.
Talent Pipeline: Establish athlete identification programs and structured coaching systems.
Inclusive Sports Culture: Ensure access to sports for underrepresented groups, including women and tribal communities.
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