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India's Sports Governance Conclave Aims to Align Federations for Viksit Bharat

A Sports Governance Conclave is being held in Ahmedabad to align India's National Sports Federations with the long-term Viksit Bharat vision. The event focuses on implementing athlete-centric reforms and improving governance through transparency and professional management. It will also review India's readiness to host major international events, including the 2030 Commonwealth Games. The conclave aims to create a unified sporting roadmap and strengthen coordination between the government, the Indian Olympic Association, and the federations.

Key Points: Sports Governance Conclave Aligns Federations with Viksit Bharat

  • Align sports with Viksit Bharat vision
  • Focus on athlete-first reforms & governance
  • Review preparedness for major events like 2030 Commonwealth Games
  • Strengthen coordination between Government, IOA & NSFs
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Sports Governance Conclave organised to align federations with Viksit Bharat vision

Ahmedabad conclave aligns National Sports Federations with Viksit Bharat vision, focusing on athlete reforms, governance, and hosting major events.

"align all National Sports Federations onto a common policy and planning platform - Khelo Bharat Niti"

Ahmedabad, Jan 8

A Sports Governance Conclave is being organised here at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex to align India's sporting ecosystem with the broader national vision of Viksit Bharat, where sports are increasingly recognised as a strategic driver of youth development, social cohesion and global standing. The conclave comes at a time when India's sports policy framework is undergoing a significant shift towards long-term planning, professional governance and athlete-centric reform.

Held under the evolving Khelo Bharat Niti, the conclave aims to bring all National Sports Federations (NSFs) onto a common policy and planning platform. Rather than focusing on isolated events or short-term outcomes, the meeting is intended to align federations with India's long-term sporting goals, including sustained excellence, global competitiveness and institutional credibility.

A key focus of the conclave will be reinforcing athlete-first reforms across federations. Discussions are expected to centre on strengthening athlete development pathways, integrating sports science and medicine, and deepening grassroots systems to ensure a stronger talent pipeline. Governance reforms will also feature prominently, with emphasis on transparency, accountability and professional management practices within federations.

The conclave will provide a forum for a collective review of India's preparedness to host major international sporting events. With ambitions linked to the 2030 Commonwealth Games and a long-term Olympic vision, federations are expected to gain clarity on their expanded responsibilities as stakeholders in global event hosting. The meeting will also encourage NSFs to take a more proactive role in bringing international competitions to India.

Coordination among the Government, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), and the National Sports Federations is another key objective. The IOA's General Body Meeting, being held alongside the conclave, is expected to strengthen institutional alignment within the Olympic movement.

The choice of Ahmedabad as the host city underscores India's growing confidence and capacity to stage large multi-sport events. Delegate visits to key sporting and event venues are planned to provide practical insights into infrastructure readiness and operational planning.

Overall, the conclave is expected to result in a shared understanding of India's sporting roadmap, time-bound commitments to reform, enhanced hosting capability, and stronger international engagement by Indian sports federations.

- IANS

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Priya S
"Athlete-first reforms" sounds promising, but I'll believe it when I see it. Our athletes often struggle with basic facilities and timely support. The conclave must translate these discussions into actionable, funded plans that actually reach the grassroots level.
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Rohit P
Hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games? That's a bold ambition! Ahmedabad is a great choice to showcase our capabilities. Building world-class infrastructure is one thing, but we need to ensure these stadiums don't become white elephants after the events. Sustainable planning is key.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows sports governance globally, this is a positive step. The focus on professional management and transparency can really boost India's credibility on the international stage. Hope they also look at successful models from other countries.
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Karthik V
Coordination between Govt, IOA, and NSFs is the biggest challenge. There's too much ego and bureaucracy. If this conclave can truly get them on the same page, it will be a bigger achievement than any medal. Jai Hind!
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Nisha Z
Great to see sports being recognised as a strategic sector. It's not just about medals; it's about youth development, health, and national pride. Integrating sports science is crucial—we can't rely on raw talent alone anymore. The world has moved on.

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