(a) whether the Ministry has proposed to organise "BRICS Youth Games" in India;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) if not, the reasons therefor; and
(d) the details of the key objectives, organisational set up, plan outlay and organisational participation in this regard?
THE MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) FOR
YOUTH AFFAIRS & SPORTS
(SHRI VIJAY GOEL)
(a) No, Madam.
(b) Does not arise.
(c) It has been decided to hold a BRICS U-17 Football tournament in Goa in October this year. There is also a proposal to organize a BRICS Sports meet every year. In view of this, there does not appear to be any need to organize BRICS Youth Games separately at this stage.
(d) Does not arise.
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