38th National Games

• 17 Feb 2025

Source: PIB 

The Union Home Minister addressed the closing ceremony of the 38th National Games in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, highlighting the development in India’s sports infrastructure. 

• The 39^th National Games will be held in Meghalaya. 
• About 38^th National Games: It was held from 28th January to 14th February 2025 in Uttarakhand.  
  • Mascot: The mascot of the games was Mouli, inspired by Uttarakhand's state bird, the Monal. 
  • Top Performers: Services Sports Control Board (1st), Maharashtra (2nd), and Haryana (3rd). 
• The National Games of India is an Olympic-style multi-sport event where athletes from states and Union Territories compete for medals. 
• India's sports budget grew from Rs 800 crore in 2014 to Rs 3,800 crore by 2025-26. 
• India aims to host the Olympic Games in 2036, with athletes already preparing for success through the TOPS (Target Olympic Podium Scheme).

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