Jammu, Mar 7 (UNI) Announcing specialised training for coaches to enhance their capabilities, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday allocated a capital expenditure allocation of ₹152.69 crore for 2025-26, an increase of ₹36.91 crore from the revised allocation of 2024-25.
"Jammu and Kashmir is poised to become a leading sports hub with ongoing investments in infrastructure and facilities. The establishment of 100 Khelo India Centres, development of sports complexes, and synthetic turfs in key stadia set the foundation for a vibrant sports ecosystem," Abdullah said while presenting his first budget in the UT Government of Jammu and Kashmir.
To nurture talent, the government will continue its efforts to train youth at Khelo India Centres, with an emphasis on increasing women's participation, he said adding, "Additionally, J&K will enhance its standing as the winter sports capital by hosting more winter games in Gulmarg and promoting water sports through dedicated academies. With continued focus on infrastructure and athlete development, Jammu and Kashmir is set to shape a thriving sports ecosystem for future generations."