No funds detailed for Sonipat sports infrastructure, Ministry says
The MPs asked the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to provide details on the assessment of sports infrastructure, sanctioned funds for specific constituencies (Hisar and Sonipat), and schemes for athlete support. The Ministry responded by clarifying jurisdictional responsibilities and providing national-level financial data and a list of active schemes.
Asked by Shri Satpal Brahamchari and Shri Jai Parkash; Answered by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya).
- Sports is a State subject; primary responsibility for infrastructure and athlete support lies with State/UT Governments.
- No assessment of sports infrastructure by the State Government has been received by the Ministry.
- Khelo India Scheme and National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) are demand-driven schemes requiring proposals from State Governments.
- Funds are allocated scheme-wise, not State-wise or component-wise.
- National funds allocated: ₹2380.86 crore (2023-24), ₹2332.50 crore (2024-25), ₹2347.14 crore (2025-26), and ₹1981.35 crore (2026-27 as on 14.07.2026).
- National expenditure incurred: ₹2329.35 crore (2023-24), ₹2136.97 crore (2024-25), ₹2228.88 crore (2025-26), and ₹367.81 crore (2026-27 as on 14.07.2026).
- The Ministry implements nine specific schemes including Khelo India, Assistance to NSFs, Cash Incentives, and National Sports Awards.
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Document details
| Official title | Funds Sanctioned for Sports Infrastructure |
| Source body | Parliament of India — Questions & Answers (Lok Sabha, starred) |
| Reference number | LS Q8 (Session 8) |
| Status | closed (question) |
| Year | 20.0 |
| Closing date | — |
| Documents | 1 |