Government launches mobile app to uncover and nurture India’s raw sports talent
A groundbreaking digital platform set to discover and nurture future champions from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and beyond with expert training and support
New Delhi: The government is set to launch a dedicated mobile application to transform raw and untapped talent in sports like cricket, athletics, and archery into national sporting assets. This decision comes after several heartwarming and inspirational viral videos on social media showcased young children demonstrating exceptional abilities.
Through the platform, citizens across the country will be enabled to upload videos featuring talented children from their surroundings including schools and villages across various sporting disciplines. Promising young talents selected through this process will be admitted to Khelo India Centres, where they will receive structured training, sports science support, nutrition guidance, and mentorship.
The uploaded videos will be evaluated by zonal talent selection committees under the Khelo India framework. These committees, consisting of expert coaches, former athletes, and sports scientists, reflect the initiative’s commitment to talent identification and ensuring fairness and inclusivity in the selection process so that no potential champion is left behind due to a lack of resources or opportunities.
The initiative is designed as a step towards building a strong sports talent pipeline for the Olympics 2036 and other major international sporting events, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to transform India into a global sporting powerhouse and promote a vibrant sports culture nationwide.
In 2018, the revamped “Khelo India, National Programme for Development of Sports” already included a dedicated ‘Talent Identification and Development’ vertical, further reinforcing the government’s ongoing commitment to nurturing the next generation of sports stars.
