Why in the News
PIB's 28 October 2026 release says the Union Cabinet approved the Khelo India Sports Goods Manufacturing Scheme with ₹1,856.67 crore for 2026 to 2033-34. Announced in Union Budget 2026-27, it aims to promote investment, production, innovation and exports and strengthen India's global sports-goods position.
Key Facts According to PIB
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Total outlay | ₹1,856.67 crore |
| Period | 2026 to 2033-34 |
| Announcement | Union Budget 2026-27 |
| Manufacturing zones | Sports Goods Manufacturing Zones, SGMZ, aligned with BHAVYA and NICDC industrial parks |
| Anchor investment and turnover-linked support | Combined ₹1,130 crore |
| International certification | ₹105 crore for certification and renewal through international sports federations |
| Research | Centres of excellence at leading teaching/research institutions and coordination with Anusandhan National Research Foundation, ANRF |
Scheme Components
- Manufacturing zones: Bring together producers, suppliers, testing, design and prototyping facilities using BHAVYA and NICDC infrastructure.
- Investment and production: Anchor assistance attracts major domestic/global producers, brands and retailers. Turnover-linked assistance encourages output and capacity. Combined outlay: ₹1,130 crore.
- MSMEs and existing clusters: Support upgrading, common facilities and infrastructure.
- Quality and certification: ₹105 crore for international sports-federation certification and renewal.
- Research and skills: Centres of excellence, ANRF coordination, start-up support and skills development with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
- Markets: Branding, promotion and market development will use the Export Promotion Mission.
Examination Perspective
Name: Despite "Khelo India", the scheme focuses on manufacturing and complements Khelo India and Fit India initiatives.
Amounts: Keep total outlay, combined anchor/turnover assistance and certification funds distinct.
Prelims Practice Questions
Question 1. Consider these statements:
Statement 1: Total outlay is ₹1,856.67 crore.
Statement 2: Zones will align with BHAVYA and NICDC industrial parks.
Statement 3: International certification support has an outlay of ₹1,130 crore.
Which are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer and Explanation
Answer: (a). Certification receives ₹105 crore. ₹1,130 crore combines anchor investment and turnover-linked assistance.
Question 2. What is the combined anchor-investment and turnover-linked assistance outlay?
(a) ₹105 crore
(b) ₹1,130 crore
(c) ₹1,856.67 crore
(d) ₹10,000 crore
Answer and Explanation
Answer: (b). ₹105 crore is for certification; ₹1,856.67 crore covers the whole scheme.
Sources and Factual Limits
The source article read PIB's 28 October 2026 release on the Cabinet-approved scheme. It did not examine guidelines, eligibility, assistance rates or zone locations.