Khelo India, the government's flagship program for promoting grassroots sports, emerged as the primary beneficiary, receiving INR 900 crores from the total sports ministry allocation of INR 3,442.32 crores.

• Khelo India has grown to encompass various initiatives, including the Khelo India Youth Games, Khelo India University Games, Khelo India Winter Games, and the Khelo India Para Games.
• This expansion aims to cater to a diverse range of athletes and sporting disciplines.
• The overall budget for the Sports Ministry has risen marginally to Rs. 3,442.32 crore from Rs. 3,396.96 crore in the previous fiscal year, reflecting a modest increase of Rs. 45.36 crore.