Question : NATIONAL LEVEL SPORTS ACADEMY

(a) whether the Government proposes to open more National Level Sports Academies to promote sports culture in the country;

(b) if so, the details thereof, State/UT-wise;

(c) whether the Government is considering opening of more National Level Table Tennis Academies in the country; and

(d) if so, the details thereof, State-wise?

THE MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) FOR SKILL DEVELOPMENT, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, YOUTH AFFAIRS & SPORTS (SHRI SARBANANDA SONOWAL)

(a) and (b) Yes Madam. Details of the Academies opened/ proposed to be opened is placed at Annexure I.

(c) No Madam.

(d) Does not arise.