UP Sports Policy, 2023
At a Glance
| Nodal Department / Agency | Sports Dept. |
|---|---|
| Primary Target | Sports infrastructure, academies, sports goods manufacturing, athlete development |
| Policy Group | Services, tourism & social infrastructure |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is covered?
The policy spans athlete identification, training, welfare, education, employment, sports science, institutional development and infrastructure â it is broader than an industrial incentive policy.
What does it offer private investors?
Support for sports infrastructure development, academies, stadiums and sports goods manufacturing, including land facilitation and capital support.
What does it offer athletes?
Direct employment provisions in state services for medal winners, cash awards, education support and welfare measures.
Is sports goods manufacturing covered?
Yes, as an industrial activity â Meerut is the state's sports goods cluster and the principal beneficiary.
What is the PPP model for stadiums?
The policy enables private operation and maintenance of state sports infrastructure.
Who administers it?
The Sports Department, with the Directorate of Sports.
What is the district relevance?
Private academies and sports infrastructure serving the NCR catchment; sports goods manufacturing is concentrated in Meerut rather than here.