Ayurswasthya Yojana: AYUSH for Sports Medicine

Description
The scheme-component "AYUSH for Sports Medicine" under the "Ayurswasthya Yojana" by the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, aims to provide AYUSH-based treatment and rehabilitation services to sports persons. AYUSH Sports medicine is a unique concept where, the treatment will be provided on sports injuries and promote the health and fitness of sports persons through AYUSH intervention. Fit India Movement is a nation-wide movement in India to encourage people to remain healthy and fit by including physical activities and sports in their daily lives.

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Benefits
• > **Financial Assistance:**
• Maximum grant of ₹1,00,00,000/- for one project for 18 months.
• The funds will be released in two installments of 60% and 40% of the total amount sanctioned. The second installment will be released after receiving expenditure of at least 75% of the released amount and after acceptance of UC thereof.
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Eligibility Criteria
1. - The AYUSH teaching Institutions and AYUSH hospitals can apply for the scheme.
2. - The Institutions/ Organisations should be having collaboration with only recognized National and International sports bodies such as the Sports Authority of India, All India Football Federation, Indian Olympic Association, The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), International Cricket Council (ICC), etc.
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Application Process
Step 1: Eligible organizations should apply in the prescribed format (Annexure- A) along with a detailed proposal (two copies) to:
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Eligible organizations should apply in the prescribed format (Annexure- A) along with a detailed proposal (two copies) to:

Required Documents
• Application as per Annexure – A.
• Two copies of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) of the Proposal.
• Attested copies of the Registration Certificate, Memorandum of Association and By laws of the Organization in case of Non-Governmental Organization / Institute.
• Attested copy of the Audited Statement of Account for the last 5 successive years.
• A note of past activities / major achievement especially those related to AYUSH Sector development for last five years.
• Latest Bank account Statement of the Organization in case of Non-Governmental Organization / Institute (6 months).
• A detailed note on the Organization’s plan giving component-wise details of activities envisaged under the project proposal.
• A detailed statement indicating grant-in-aid received from any organizations/Govt. Departments in the past.
• The list of publications, if any.
• Documents supporting the previous track record of working in the field of proposed excellence.
• Supporting documents claiming the institute as an eminent institute of the state in that particular field of work according to the illustrative list added at Annexure –D.
• Proposed objectives of excellence and their justification;
• Track record of meritorious accomplishments during the last - five years;
• Profile of available staff and infrastructure;
• Information on National and International awards; if any
• Broad budget estimate for a 03 year program; and
• MOU with International / National Institutes of International repute, if any.
• Details of the current OPD, IPD and equipment available with the Organization; and, details of the OPD & IPD numbers which the applicant wants to achieve. Also, details of equipment which the Organization wants to upgrade to.
• Current infrastructure available with the Organization along with details of the proposed desired infrastructure.
• Details of top 5 specialization areas of the applicant Organization.
• We shall abide by all the Terms and Conditions of the Grant.
• We shall furnish such periodical / special reports as may be required by Ministry of AYUSH.
• Our books and records shall be open to inspection at all times to Ministry of AYUSH or their authorized representatives.
• Ministry of AYUSH may at their discretion, themselves or through their authorized representative evaluate the physical progress / utilization of funds for the projects.
• The undersigned shall be personally responsible for the credibility and authenticity of the information provided and documents attached with the proposal and legally liable for any default in this regard.
• Separate accounts for the project will be maintained.
• In the event of the default or deviation from the terms and conditions of sanction of the projects, the Ministry of AYUSH shall have the right to recover the total amount of grant released with 12% interest from the date of release of fund.
• BANK GUARANTEE.
• REGISTRATION WITH NITI Aayog.
• BOND, It should also contain:
• Photograph of the Chief Functionary of the applicant Organization.
• Signatures Names and Stamp of Chief Functionary of the organization.
• Postal Address.
• Telephone Number with STD Code.
• Copy of Registration Certificate (Other Than State Government).
• Copy of Bye-Laws (Other Than State Government).
• Copy of Bank Statement of the Organisation for Last 6 Months (Other Than State Government).
• Copy of Certificate Abiding by Terms and Conditions (Annexure B).
• Detailed Project Proposal as per Scheme Guidelines.
• State Certificate (Annexure C).
• Major Achievements of the Organisation in Last 5 Years (Annual Reports).
• Details of the infrastructure available in the Organisation Along with Equipment and Vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the "AYUSH for Sports Medicine" component under the "Ayurswasthya Yojana"?
A: The AYUSH for Sports Medicine component is a scheme initiative that supports AYUSH-based interventions for prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports-related injuries and for promoting fitness among sports persons.
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Q: What are the main objectives of the "AYUSH for Sports Medicine" component?
A: The objectives of this component are to promote AYUSH interventions for health and fitness of sports persons and to support AYUSH therapeutic interventions for treatment and rehabilitation of sports-related injuries.
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Q: Who can apply for funding under this component?
A: AYUSH teaching institutions and AYUSH hospitals with collaboration with recognized national or international sports bodies are eligible to apply for the scheme.
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Q: What type of collaborations are required for eligibility?
A: The applicant institution must have collaboration with recognized sports bodies such as Sports Authority of India, All India Football Federation, Indian Olympic Association, BCCI, ICC, or other recognized national or international sports organizations.
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Q: What is the minimum beneficiary coverage under one project?
A: Each approved project should benefit a minimum of 200 sports persons.
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Q: What is the maximum financial assistance provided under this component?
A: The scheme provides financial assistance up to ₹1.00 crore for one project with a duration of up to 18 months.
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Q: How is the grant amount released to the implementing institution?
A: The grant amount is released in two installments of 60% and 40% of the total sanctioned amount.
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Q: What are the conditions for release of the second installment?
A: The second installment is released after at least 75% utilization of the first installment and submission and acceptance of the Utilization Certificate.
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Q: What types of interventions can be supported under this component?
A: The component supports AYUSH interventions for sports injury treatment, rehabilitation, fitness promotion, and preventive health measures for sports persons.
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Q: Is the "Fit India" Movement linked to this component?
A: This component aligns with the &quot;Fit India&quot; Movement and supports national efforts to promote physical activity, sports, and healthy lifestyles through AYUSH interventions.
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