<h1>Rajasthan to Build Open Gyms in 3,500 Gram Panchayats with Populations Over 5,000 to Boost Youth Sports by 2025-26.</h1> 'Open gyms' are planned for 3,500 gram panchayats in Rajasthan with populations exceeding 5,000, as announced by the Youth Affairs and Sports Minister. This initiative, part of the 2025-26 Budget, aims to boost youth sports activities by enhancing infrastructure. The minister highlighted ongoing schemes by the Youth Affairs and Sports Department and the Rajasthan State Sports Council to construct stadiums. Under the Major Dhyanchand Stadium Scheme, funding is available to match contributions from various sources, up to Rs one crore, for developing sports facilities in each state block.