NITI Aayog's report on India’s Sports Equipment Manufacturing Sector Launched

• NITI Aayog report titled "Realising the Export Potential of India's Sports Equipment Manufacturing Sector" launched 19 March 2026 by Vice Chairman Suman Bery.
• Sets a target of scaling sports goods exports to USD 8.1 billion by 2036 (from ~USD 275 million today) and creating 5.4 million (54 lakh) jobs.
• UPSC-relevant intersection of GS-III (manufacturing, exports, MSMEs, employment) with sports policy, "Make in India" and labour-intensive export strategy.