Office Address: 6th, 7th and 8th Floor, GPOA-3, Netaji Nagar,
Africa Avenue, , New Delhi – 110023
Website: https://yas.gov.in
OFFICE OF THE MINISTER OF YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS
| Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya | Minister | office-moyas@gov.in | +91 11 23386520, 23381185, 23384183 |
| Shri Kshitij Jain, ( IRS, C&IT:2011 ) | Private Secretary | office-moyas@gov.in | +91 11 23386520, 23381185, 23384183 |
OFFICE OF THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS
| Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse | Minister of State | mos-yas21@gov.in | +91 11 23071688 |
| Ms. Nisha, IAS (UP: 2015) | Private Secretary | ps-mosyas@gov.in | +91 11 23071688 |
OFFICERS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH AFFAIRS
| Dr. Pallavi Jain Govil (IAS, MP..1994) | Secretary | secy-ya@nic.in | +91 11 23387418, 23382897 |
| Shri Nitesh Kumar Mishra (ICAS..1995) | Additional Secretary | as-youth@gov.in | +91 11 23384441, 23381002 |
| Shri Mansoor Hasan Khan (IDAS..2002) | Joint Secretary & Financial Advisor | asfa-myas@gov.in | +91 11 24366414 |
| Shri Shiv Ratan (ITS..1996) | Joint Secretary | js.dya@gov.in | +91 11 20842026 |
OFFICERS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF SPORTS
| Shri Hari Ranjan Rao (IAS, MP..1994) | Secretary | secy-sports@nic.in | +91 11 23388623 |
| Shri Mansoor Hasan Khan (IDAS..2002) | Joint Secretary & Financial Advisor | jsfa-myas@gov.in | +91 11 24366414 |
| Dr. Shobhit Jain ( IRS, C&IT..2001 ) | Joint Secretary (policy) | js-policy@sports.gov.in | +91 11 23381025, 23388135 |
| Shri Kunal ( IAS, AGMUT..2005 ) | Joint Secretary (Sports – Development) | js-develop-sports@gov.in | +91 11 23384152, 23070830 |
| Shri Vineel Krishna Ravella (IAS, OD..2005) | Joint Secretary (Khelo India) | js-kheloindia@gov.in | +91 11 24361325 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS)?
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) is a ministry of the Government of India responsible for promoting youth development, sports excellence, physical fitness, adventure activities, and creating opportunities for young people to contribute to nation-building.
What are the primary functions of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports?
The Ministry is responsible for:
Promoting sports and physical fitness
Youth empowerment and leadership development
Implementing sports development schemes
Supporting elite athletes
Encouraging grassroots sports
Organizing youth programmes and volunteer initiatives
Developing sports infrastructure
Coordinating with National Sports Federations
Which departments function under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports?
The Ministry consists of two departments:
Department of Youth Affairs
Department of Sports
What are the major schemes implemented by the Ministry?
Major schemes include:
Khelo India
National Youth Corps (NYC)
National Programme for Youth and Adolescent Development (NPYAD)
Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya National Welfare Fund for Sportspersons
Assistance to National Sports Federations
National Sports Development Fund (NSDF)
What is Khelo India?
Khelo India is the Government of India’s flagship programme for promoting sports at the grassroots level by identifying young talent, providing training, improving sports infrastructure, and organizing national competitions.
What is the National Sports Development Fund (NSDF)?
The National Sports Development Fund provides financial support for athlete training, international exposure, sports infrastructure, coaching, and high-performance programmes.
What is the National Youth Corps (NYC)?
The National Youth Corps engages young volunteers in community development, nation-building, literacy, health awareness, environmental protection, and social service activities.
What is the Sports Authority of India (SAI)?
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) is an autonomous organization under the Ministry that develops sports talent, manages training centres, provides coaching, and supports elite athletes.
What is the role of the Sports Authority of India?
SAI is responsible for:
Athlete training
Sports coaching
Sports science support
Talent identification
Management of sports facilities
High-performance centres
National coaching camps
What is the National Service Scheme (NSS)?
The National Service Scheme (NSS) is a youth development programme that encourages students to participate in community service, social development, environmental conservation, and nation-building activities.
What is Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS)?
Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS) is an autonomous organization under the Ministry that mobilizes rural youth through youth clubs, leadership programmes, volunteerism, and community development initiatives.
What is the National Youth Festival?
The National Youth Festival is an annual event that brings together youth from across India to promote cultural exchange, leadership, innovation, volunteerism, and national integration.
How does the Ministry identify sports talent?
Talent is identified through:
Khelo India competitions
National championships
School and college sports
Talent scouting programmes
Sports Authority of India centres
National Sports Federations
What is Fit India Movement?
Fit India Movement is a nationwide initiative that encourages citizens to adopt active lifestyles, regular physical activity, and fitness as an integral part of daily life.
How does the Ministry promote sports infrastructure?
The Ministry provides financial assistance for:
Stadiums
Indoor sports halls
Synthetic athletic tracks
Multi-purpose sports facilities
Sports hostels
High-performance training centres
How can citizens access youth development programmes?
Youth can participate through:
Nehru Yuva Kendras
National Service Scheme (NSS)
Youth Clubs
Khelo India
State Youth Departments
Ministry-supported training and leadership programmes
Where can I find official information about the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports?
Official information on policies, Khelo India, TOPS, youth programmes, annual reports, circulars, recruitment, sports events, and funding schemes is available on the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports’ official website.
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