Khelo India initiative targets untapped talent with focus on girls

ASMITA is an action in sports for increasing women’s participation

IH News Desk

NATIONAL, August 10, 2025: The Khelo India ASMITA Football League 2025-26 was inaugurated by Raksha Nikhil Khadse, Minister of State, Youth Affairs and Sports, at the Godavari Engineering College Ground in Jalgaon, Maharashtra, Sunday. The initiative aims to nurture young female talent from diverse communities, promoting affirmative action and breaking barriers in women's sports.

The competition is designed to provide a platform for everyone, from first-time players to hidden champions. The league is a core component of the 'Khelo Bharat Niti,' promoting sports for nation-building and women's empowerment.

It addresses historical imbalances and creates new opportunities for young girls changing the narrative around women in sports and helping them challenge stereotypes. The league's focus on grassroots talent aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of making India a global sporting powerhouse where women play a central role and find their identity through sports.

The event was held under the guidance of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, with support from the Sports Authority of India (SAI), the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and the Western India Football Association (WIFA).

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