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Telangana Congress Leader Mahesh Kumar Goud Highlights States Sports Funding and Plans for Sports University
In a discussion in the Telangana Legislative Council on September 12, 2026, Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president and Member of Legislative Council Mahesh Kumar Goud highlighted the state government’s commitment to sports development. Goud said the allocation of ₹1,500 crore for sports in the state budget and plans to establish a sports university demonstrate that Telangana is positioning itself as a national leader in athletics.
The ₹1,500 crore earmarked for sports is part of the latest state budget, which Goud described as evidence of the Congress government’s priority for the sector. He added that the government is moving forward with the creation of a sports university, a first‑of‑its‑kind initiative in India, intended to provide advanced training and research facilities for athletes across the state.
Goud, who holds a seventh Dan black belt in karate and serves as president of the Telangana Karate Association, emphasized his personal interest in sports development. He also raised a concern that amounts of ₹1 lakh and ₹2 lakh sanctioned during the preceding BRS government were not released, indicating a perceived gap in the continuity of funding.
The TPCC chief cited athletes from Nizamabad—boxer Nikhat Zareen, mountaineer Malavath Purna, and track and field athlete Vennela Sandhya—as examples of the talent emerging from Telangana. He said these athletes have brought pride to the district and the state by representing India on international stages, underscoring the need for better facilities and encouragement.
Goud concluded that the government’s objective is to provide improved infrastructure and support for athletes, thereby helping Telangana emerge as a national sports leader. The statement reflects the state’s broader strategy to invest in sports infrastructure, athlete development programs, and institutional support, as part of its efforts to build a sports hub.
The discussion in the Legislative Council came at a time when Telangana has recently inaugurated the Young India Physical Education and Sports University, which aims to host major events and provide world‑class training facilities. While the state budget allocation and university plans signal a clear direction, the effectiveness of these initiatives will depend on the timely release of funds and the implementation of support mechanisms for athletes across the state.
As Telangana moves forward with its sports development agenda, stakeholders will be watching the rollout of the sports university and the distribution of the ₹1,500 crore budget. The state’s focus on nurturing talent from districts like Nizamabad and providing comprehensive support is expected to shape Telangana’s position in national and international sports arenas in the coming years.
The ₹1,500 crore earmarked for sports is part of the latest state budget, which Goud described as evidence of the Congress government’s priority for the sector. He added that the government is moving forward with the creation of a sports university, a first‑of‑its‑kind initiative in India, intended to provide advanced training and research facilities for athletes across the state.
Goud, who holds a seventh Dan black belt in karate and serves as president of the Telangana Karate Association, emphasized his personal interest in sports development. He also raised a concern that amounts of ₹1 lakh and ₹2 lakh sanctioned during the preceding BRS government were not released, indicating a perceived gap in the continuity of funding.
The TPCC chief cited athletes from Nizamabad—boxer Nikhat Zareen, mountaineer Malavath Purna, and track and field athlete Vennela Sandhya—as examples of the talent emerging from Telangana. He said these athletes have brought pride to the district and the state by representing India on international stages, underscoring the need for better facilities and encouragement.
Goud concluded that the government’s objective is to provide improved infrastructure and support for athletes, thereby helping Telangana emerge as a national sports leader. The statement reflects the state’s broader strategy to invest in sports infrastructure, athlete development programs, and institutional support, as part of its efforts to build a sports hub.
The discussion in the Legislative Council came at a time when Telangana has recently inaugurated the Young India Physical Education and Sports University, which aims to host major events and provide world‑class training facilities. While the state budget allocation and university plans signal a clear direction, the effectiveness of these initiatives will depend on the timely release of funds and the implementation of support mechanisms for athletes across the state.
As Telangana moves forward with its sports development agenda, stakeholders will be watching the rollout of the sports university and the distribution of the ₹1,500 crore budget. The state’s focus on nurturing talent from districts like Nizamabad and providing comprehensive support is expected to shape Telangana’s position in national and international sports arenas in the coming years.
