New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day address, reaffirmed the government's commitment to nurturing a dynamic and inclusive sporting culture in the country.

Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort, the Prime Minister highlighted the Khelo Bharat Neeti, a comprehensive framework aimed at strengthening the sports ecosystem at every level -- from grassroots participation in schools and colleges to advanced athlete development.

The Khelo Bharat Neeti has been introduced as a major step forward to align India's sporting ambitions with global standards. The Prime Minister emphasised that the objective is to establish a robust support system encompassing sports infrastructure, access to coach...