At the Times of India SFI Expo 2026, ministers, athletes, and industry leaders gathered to turn sports into a full-fledged economic engine. From ₹500 crore for domestic sports manufacturing to Haryana’s ₹6 crore gold medal rewards, the government’s play is clear: invest early, invest big, and build from the ground up. The goal? Top 10 by 2036. Top 5 by 2047. And yes; Olympic bid on the table. This isn’t just about winning. It’s about creating jobs, infrastructure, and a fitness-first culture where ‘khelo bhi, padho bhi’ isn’t a slogan; it’s the new normal. If you’re thinking about careers in sports tech, infrastructure, or athlete development, now’s the time to pay attention. The future of Indian sports is being built; and it’s opening doors beyond the podium.