Prime Minister Modi announced the 'Khelo Bharat Niti 2025' during his 'Mann Ki Baat' address, emphasizing integrating sports into schools and colleges and supporting sports startups. The policy aims to transform India into a global sporting powerhouse, focusing on grassroots development, infrastructure, and technology.
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