Kho Kho, while originating in India, is not a widely popular global sport, and its victory in the Kho Kho World Cup is unlikely to change that.
India won both the men's and women's titles in the Kho Kho World Cup, but the sport is still not recognized globally.
Despite achievements in chess, India's sports figures often lack adequate recognition and support from the government and corporations.
India’s performance in the Paris Olympics was below expectations, with no gold medals and a low overall ranking.
Indian sports federations need reform and could learn from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on improving infrastructure and revenue sharing.
Sports like kabaddi, with its Pro Kabaddi League, show there is room for Indian sports beyond cricket.
The government should invest in better infrastructure and support sports like kho kho, chess, and Olympic disciplines, and reassess the effectiveness of the Khelo India program.
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