Chhattisgarh
Bastar Olympics Gets National Recognition as 'Khelo India Tribal Games'
- 02 Aug 2025
- 1 min read
Why in News?
Two major developments have been announced in Chhattisgarh’s sports and healthcare sectors. The Bastar Olympics has now been officially recognized as ‘Khelo India Tribal Games’, giving it national-level status.
Key Points
- Support for Indigenous Sports: The Khelo India Scheme includes a dedicated component for “Promotion of Rural and Indigenous/Tribal Games”.
- Sports like Mallakhamb, Kalaripayattu, Gatka, Thang-Ta, Yogasana, and Silambam have already been promoted under this component.
Khelo India Scheme
- The Khelo India Scheme, launched in 2016–17, aims to promote mass participation and excellence in sports across India.
- Extended till 2025–26 with a financial outlay of ₹3790.50 crore, the scheme focuses on developing sports infrastructure, organizing competitions, talent identification, and supporting sports academies.
- It also promotes inclusiveness through initiatives for women, persons with disabilities, and indigenous sports.
- Key components include the Fit India Movement, playfield and coaching development, and a national physical fitness drive for school children.
