Haryana Announces ₹20 Lakh Medical Insurance for State Athletes
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Haryana Government Launches Medical Insurance Scheme for State Players |
| Key Announcement | ₹20 lakh medical insurance for all registered players in Haryana, announced by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Sain. |
| Venue | 3rd All India Shiv Kumar Smriti Basketball Competition, Kiloi village, Rohtak. |
| Tribute | The event is a tribute to Late Sh. Shiv Kumar, known for his dedication to sports and social service. |
| Special Grant | ₹21 lakh allocated for the development of Shiv Kumar Smriti Stadium. |
| Policy | Haryana Utkrisht Khiladi Seva Niyam 2021 implemented to promote sports, provide job security, and support athletes. |
| Job Creation | 550 new posts created in the Sports Department; 224 athletes already appointed to government jobs. |
| Reservation | Reservation in direct recruitment from Class-I to Class-III government posts. |
| Cash Rewards | Haryana offers the highest cash rewards in India; ₹593 crore awarded as prize money so far. |
| Monthly Honorarium | 298 athletes receive regular honorariums for their achievements. |
| Sports Nurseries | 1,489 sports nurseries in Haryana train 37,225 young athletes. |
| Monthly Stipends | ₹1,500 for athletes aged 8-14 years; ₹2,000 for those aged 15-19 years. |
| Scholarships | ₹53.45 crore awarded to 29,000+ students since 2014; 15,634 players received sports equipment. |
| Compulsory Sports | Sports made mandatory in schools for balanced physical and mental development. |
| Policy Objective | Promote sports as a profession and way of life, emphasizing qualities like teamwork, discipline, and quick decision-making. |