India, July 31 -- In a major revamp of the Khelo India Scheme, the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday approved a combined outlay of Rs. 36,441 crore for a five-year period beginning in the current financial year.

The move to expand Khelo India and enhance assistance to National Sports Federations is designed to create a "seamless pathway" for young talents from the grassroots level to global sporting success. With India set to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad and aiming to host the 2036 Olympics, the government is looking to significantly boost resources at every level to enhance India's medal prospects at major international competitions.

"Our government is fully committed to promoting the spor...