Organization of Sports Competitions and Training Programs

Description
The scheme "Organization of Sports Competitions and Training Programs" was launched by the Department of Youth Welfare and prantiy rakshak dal PRD , Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote sports and identify grassroots-level talent among youth through structured competitions and training.

Benefits
• Organizing Khel Mahakumbh Competitions – Various sports competitions are organized for the age groups Under-14, Under-17, and Under-21.
• Prizes are awarded for first, second, and third places as follows:
• **Sl. No.****Level****1****st** **Rank (Cash Prize ₹)****2****nd** **Rank (Cash Prize ₹)****3****rd** **Rank (Cash Prize ₹)**1Gram Panchayat₹300/-₹200/-₹150/-2Block Development ₹500/-₹400/-₹300/-3District Level₹800/-₹600/-₹400/-4State Level₹1,500/-₹1,000/-₹700/-
• During the competitions, talented players who perform best at the Block Development levels and District levels are identified by the department and provided free training prior to state-level participation.
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Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
2. The applicant must be a youth (boy or girl).
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Required Documents
• Photo identity card
• Birth Certificate
• Bank Account Details
• Permanent Residence Certificate
• Passport-size Photograph

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to participate in the scheme?
A: Youth (boys and girls) who are permanent residents of Uttarakhand are eligible to participate.
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Q: What are the age groups for the competitions?
A: Competitions are organized in three age groups: Under-14, Under-17, and Under-21.
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Q: When is the Khel Mahakumbh usually held?
A: The Khel Mahakumbh is usually held between October and December.
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Q: How do participants get information about competitions?
A: Information is published in newspapers and forms are distributed through government schools, the Youth Welfare Department, and the Sports Department.
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Q: What is the selection process in the competitions?
A: Players participate at the Gram Panchayat/Nyaya Panchayat level, and top 3 players advance to the Development Block level. Similarly, the top 3 at the Development Block level advance to the District level, and the top 3 at the District level advance to the State level.
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Q: Are there any free training opportunities under the scheme?
A: Yes, talented players identified at Development Block and District levels are provided free training before participating at the State level.
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