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Khelo India Scheme: Fit India Movement

Ministry: Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports

Department: Department of Sports

The scheme aims to promote physical fitness among all citizens by encouraging regular physical activity, conducting fitness assessments, certifying schools, and organizing fitness campaigns and events.

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About This Scheme

The "Fit India Movement" is a component of the "Khelo India Scheme" implemented by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, aiming to promote physical fitness and healthy lifestyles among citizens through fitness assessments, school certification, and fitness awareness campaigns. The movement encourages voluntary participation in physical activities for at least 30 minutes daily. It focuses on developing a culture of fitness among school children and the general public. The component is implemented through the Fit India Mission Cell with support from educational institutions, schools, and sports organizations. Financial assistance may be provided to eligible stakeholders for approved activities under the scheme.

Benefits

> Physical Assessment of School Children

Support for conducting physical fitness assessments of school-going children.

Technical support for fitness parameters and fitness testing.

Financial assistance may be provided to participating stakeholders, including schools.

> Fit India School Certification

Eligible schools can obtain Fit India School Certification.

Third-party evaluation and validation of school fitness infrastructure.

Encourages schools to improve fitness-related facilities and resources.

> Promotion of Fitness Campaigns and Events

Support for organizing fitness campaigns and events.

Activities may include Fit India Quiz, Fit India School Week, Cyclothon, Plog Run, Diversity Run, Freedom Run, District Runs, Games, and similar events.

Promotion of fitness awareness among citizens through various initiatives.

> One-Time Assistance for Certified Schools

Suitable funds may be released as one-time assistance for development of sports facilities in certified schools.

> Awards and Recognition

Recognition and awards may be provided to States, Union Territories, Municipal Bodies, Gram Panchayats, Corporates, Schools, Organizations, and Individuals for achievements in fitness promotion.

> Prize Money

Fit India Quiz and related activities may include prize money as per approved provisions.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

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School Registration Certificate
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Recommendation of District-Level Committee (For Fit India School Certification)
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Proposal for Activity/Event
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Implementation Plan and Timelines
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Details of Sports Infrastructure (For School Certification)
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Compliance Documents Related to Certification Parameters
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Organization Registration Certificate (For Organizations Applying for Grants)
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Authorization Letter from Competent Authority
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Bank Account Details for Fund Release
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Any Other Documents Required by the Competent Authority.

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Level: Central Government