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Special scholarship for Elite sports persons

The Special Scholarship for Elite Sports Persons Scheme provides need-based assistance to sportspersons who have the potential to win medals at the Olympics and other international competitions. Under the scheme, financial assistance of up to Rs. 30.00 lakh per person per annum is provided. Currently, 27 elite sportspersons are receiving assistance under this scheme. Of these, eight athletes represented India at the Paris 2024 Olympics, and three athletes represented India at the 2024 Paralympics. The following athletes won medals at the 2024 Olympics and the 2024 Paralympics.

Mission International Medals Scheme - MIMS

Annual financial assistance of up to Rs. 12.00 lakh is provided to a player who has the potential to win medals at international competitions. The assistance is given for the purchase of sports equipment and kits, training abroad, participation in international competitions, etc. Currently, 71 sports persons, including 5 para-athletes, are benefiting from this scheme. The following athletes won medals at the 2024 Olympics and the 2024 Paralympics.

Champions Development Scheme - CDS

Under this scheme, national-level gold medal winners below 20 years of age are selected and extended need-based assistance to the tune of Rs.2.00 lakh per head per annum. The scheme extends assistance for the purchase of sports uniforms and kits, training abroad, and competition-related expenses. At present, 102 sports persons are benefiting from this scheme.