In the near future, India will “carve out a strong global identity for itself in sports, especially polo”, if the government, the private sector, and various social groups work together, the Defence Minister asserted
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday (March 15, 2026) called for enhanced public-private partnership to provide a new direction to the nation’s sports economy.
Addressing a gathering at the final match of the Aditya Birla Memorial Polo Cup in New Delhi, he said, “The government, through a series of initiatives, is fostering a sports culture within the country where athletes and youth have access to opportunities, resources, and get respect.” Mr. Singh called for enhanced public-private partnership in the sector to further elevate India’s prestige on the international stage, and to provide a new direction to the nation’s sports economy.
