News: Union Sports minister has launched the Khelo India Community Coach Development programme.
Facts:
- Aim: It is a 25 day programme to equip physical education teachers and community coaches with the right set of knowledge and skills to help children of all ages to take up a variety of fitness-related activities and conduct age-appropriate fitness tests.
Additional Facts:
- Khelo India: It was launched by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to revive the sports culture in India at the grass-root level by building a strong framework for all sports played in our country.
- Under this, talented players are identified in priority sports disciplines at various levels by the High-Powered Committee and each will be provided annual financial assistance of Rs.5 lakh for 8 years.
- Fit India Movement: It was launched in 2019 by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to encourage people to inculcate physical activity and sports in their everyday lives.
