Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya announced the nationwide 'Khelo India Samvaad' programme on August 27, marking the National Sports Day. The initiative aims to bring together youth, athletes, and educational institutions across 1,500 locations.

The programme, organized by the Youth Affairs and Sports Ministry, will feature a virtual address by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aiming to create a direct dialogue between sports-loving youth and policymakers.

Mandaviya emphasized the initiative's goal to strengthen the sports ecosystem, nurture talent for the 2036 Olympics, and increase youth participation in governance, providing a platform for young voices to be heard.