MATHURA, Jan. 7 -- The government led by PM Modi is working continuously at all levels to give opportunities to talented sportsmen, Mathura MP Hema Malini said today. While inaugurating the Sansad Khel Mahotsava at Mohan Pehalwan Sports stadium she said that we have built a sports ecosystem, under the leadership of PM Modi, which runs on Merit and not on approach. The irregularities in the selection of sportsmen before 2014 are being checked now, and even players from disadvantaged backgrounds are being selected and are coming into the mainstream. Their hard work and merit are being rewarded now, she added.
India's sports budget, which was less than 1200 crores before 2014, is now more than 3000 crores. Players are getting financial suppor...