TAG: GS 1: SOCIETY
THE CONTEXT: Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment launched “Retired Sportsperson Empowerment Training” (RESET) Programme on the occasion of National Sports Day in New Delhi recently.
EXPLANATION:
RESET Programme
- RESET Programme is aimed at empowering our retired sportspersons who have played for the country and brought immense laurels to the nation.
- The programme will support retired athletes on their career development journey by empowering them with the necessary knowledge and skills and making them more employable.
- RESET programme will bridge the gap between generations, allowing the unique skills of our retired athletes to benefit the new generation of aspiring athletes.
- Their rich experience will serve as a foundation for nurturing future champions, contributing to the growth of sports in India and fostering nation-building.
- Government is committed to support retired sportspersons in every possible way.
- RESET Programme represents a significant step towards recognizing and utilizing the invaluable experience and expertise of our retired athletes.
Eligibility of the programme
- The athletes,
- who have retired from an active sports career and
- Who are aged between 20-50 years and
- who have been winners of an International Medal/participants in international events or
- have been National medallists/State medallists/participants in competitions
- Recognized by National Sports Federations/Indian Olympic Association/Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports are eligible to apply for courses under RESET Programme.
- The applications will be invited through a dedicated portal.
Mode of the programme
- Initially, the programmes will be of two levels based on educational qualifications viz., Class 12th and above and Class 11th and below.
- For this pilot phase of the RESET Programme, Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE) will be the lead institute to implement the Programme.
- The programme will be offered in hybrid mode consisting of self-paced learning through a dedicated portal, along with on-ground training and internship.
- Internships will be provided in sports organizations, sporting competitions/training camps, and leagues.
- Further, placement assistance, guidance for entrepreneurial ventures, etc. will be provided upon successful completion of the course.
SOURCE: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2049867
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