India Bids for 2030 Youth Olympics: Key Highlights from Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya's Address
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 44th General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) |
| Date | September 8, 2024 |
| Announcement | India's bid for the 2030 Youth Olympics |
| Competing Countries | Peru, Colombia, Mexico, Thailand, Mongolia, Russia, Ukraine, Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Minister | Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports |
| Key Schemes Highlighted | Khelo India, Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), ASMITA Program |
| Sports Budget Increase | USD 143 million (2014-15) to USD 417 million (2024) |
| Khelo India Budget | USD 119 million annually |
| Khelo India Scholarships | Over 2,700 children annually |
| Khelo India Games | Four events annually |
| District-Level Centres Supported | Over 1,050 |
| TOPS Program | Prepares athletes for Olympics and international competitions |
| Paris Olympics 2024 | 117 Indian athletes, 28 Khelo India alumni |
| Paris Paralympics 2024 | Indian team won 29 medals, including 18 Khelo India athletes |
| ASMITA Program | Promotes gender equality and women's participation in 18 sports disciplines |
| Additional Remarks | Union Minister J. P. Nadda highlighted PM Modi's advocacy for sports development and OCA's role |