TOPS Scheme Spent Rs 15.56 Crore Backing India's 39-Medal CWG 2026 Run

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India secured 39 medals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with the government's Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) playing a central role in that success. TOPS provides elite athletes with tailored funding covering training, international competition exposure, and sports science support. Athletes undergo a structured selection and periodic review process to remain eligible for the scheme's financial backing. The government has significantly increased investment in high-performance sport under this initiative. The push is part of India's broader strategy to build a competitive sporting ecosystem ahead of its 2036 Olympic Games ambitions.

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