Schemes / Portal 29 October 2026
Cabinet Approves Rs 1,856.67-Crore Khelo India Sports Goods Manufacturing Scheme
Why in the News?
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the **Khelo India Sports Goods Manufacturing Scheme** on **October 28, 2026**. The scheme was originally announced in the **Union Budget 2026–27**.
Key Features / Major Points:
- Outlay and Tenure: Approved with a financial outlay of **₹1,856.67 crore** covering the implementation period from FY **2026–27 to 2033–34**.
- Dedicated Sports Goods Manufacturing Zones (SGMZs):
- Development of dedicated industrial zones (over 300 acres each) integrating sports equipment manufacturers, suppliers, testing facilities, and prototyping hubs.
- Convergence with existing industrial infrastructure under the **BHAVYA Scheme** and **NICDC Industrial Parks**.
- Investment and Production Incentive (₹1,130 Crore Allocation):
- **Anchor Investment Support:** 20% capital support for anchor investments of ₹100 crore or more.
- **Turnover Linked Support:** Up to 15% support for manufacturers investing ₹10 crore or more to scale up production.
- Quality Certification Fund (₹105 Crore): Covers 70% of costs for first-time international sports federation certifications and 50% for renewals to enhance Indian sports gear exports.
- MSME, R&D & Outreach Synergy:
- Upgrading shared facilities for existing clusters (e.g., Jalandhar and Meerut) and micro, small, and medium enterprises.
- Research convergence with the **Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)** and seed support up to ₹20 lakh for DPIIT-registered startups.
- Global branding via **Brand India** and **India Sports Expo** in coordination with the Export Promotion Mission.
Static GK Facts:
- Major Sports Manufacturing Hubs in India:
- **Jalandhar (Punjab)** and **Meerut (Uttar Pradesh)** account for the majority of India's sports goods production and exports.
- Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports:
- Current Union Minister: **Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya**.
- Key Schemes: **Khelo India**, **Fit India Movement**, **TOPS (Target Olympic Podium Scheme)**.
- Make in India Initiative:
- Launched: **September 25, 2014**.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: What is the total financial outlay approved by the Union Cabinet for the Khelo India Sports Goods Manufacturing Scheme?
A: ₹1,856.67 Crore (FY 2026-27 to FY 2033-34)
Q: How much amount has been allocated under the scheme to assist manufacturers in obtaining international sports federation certifications?
A: ₹105 Crore
Q: Which two Indian cities serve as the leading manufacturing clusters for sports goods in India?
A: Jalandhar (Punjab) and Meerut (Uttar Pradesh)
Q: Who is the current Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports in India?
A: Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya
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