Full form of TOPS
The full form of TOPS is the target Olympic podium scheme.
- This scheme is introduced to improve India’s performance at Olympics and Paralympics by the ministry of youth affairs and sports in 2014.
- This scheme is revamped on April 2016 to establish a technical support and holistic support.
Benefits of TOPS Scheme
- Foreign training
- International competition
- Equipment and coaching camp
- Monthly stipend of Rs. 50,000/ for each athlete.
Success of TOPS Scheme
- P V Sindhu won silver in 2016 Rio Olympics
- Sakshi Malik won bronze in 2016 Rio Olympics
- 2 Gold, 1 Silver and 1 bronze in 2016 Paralympic
- 70 athletes won medal in COMMON WEALTH GAMES, out of 47 are supported under the scheme
TOPS Players lists
The list of TOPS players is given here.
Website
TOPS Address / Contacts
Jawaharalal Nehru Stadium Complex (East Gate) Lodhi road, New Delhi- 110003
Email: itdivisionhq-sai@gov.in
Phone No: 011-24364243
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