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Sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya asks NSFs to avoid needless litigation over elections | Sport-others News

Sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya asks NSFs to avoid needless litigation over elections | Sport-others News

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The government has directed the national sports federations (NSFs) to get their house in order, asking office-bearers not to focus on holding on to their positions for a long time and the need to avoid needless litigation over election results. With government efforts geared towards the ultimate aim of hosting the 2036 Olympics, sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya stressed that the requirements of the athletes be put front and centre as India targets a bigger medal haul at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. “All federations have to adopt good governance in their functioning. The elections need to be transparent. People have a habit of going to courts if they lose elections. On the other hand, there are many individuals who keep sticking to their posts. This should not happen as it creates problems for our athletes,” Mandaviya said at a round-table meeting with the NSFs on Tuesday. Emphasising on the need for “greater transparency and accountability” in the functioning of the NSFs, the minister asked all stakeholders to be on the same page for better performances …

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Urges Corporates To Adopt One Sport Each

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Urges Corporates To Adopt One Sport Each

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Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday urged the corporate leaders to adopt one sport each with an aim to strengthen the Indian sports ecosystem as the country bids to host the 2036 Olympic Games. In the first-ever corporate round-table conference, Mandaviya presented a vision to position India among the top-five global sports performers by 2047, as the nation marks 100 years of its Independence. Aiming to bridge the gap between aspirations and execution, he stressed the critical role of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in building sustainable sports infrastructure and talent development programmes. He also proposed that the PSUs from the centre support state-level requirements to achieve sporting excellence. “Each corporate entity should focus on a single sport to ensure dedicated attention and optimal resource allocation, while also enabling effective athlete branding to align with CSR investments and promotional activities,” Mandaviya said. Apart from that, the minister asked the corporates to contribute towards upgrading sports facilities in existing district-level schools in line with the District Level Sports Schools in Gujarat. He further spoke about developing …

Sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya flags off ‘Fit India Cycling Drive’

Sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya flags off ‘Fit India Cycling Drive’

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Sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya flagged off the ‘Fit India Cycling Drive’ at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday. Around 500 cycling enthusiasts participated in the three-kilometre back-and-forth ride from the stadium to Raisina Hills. The initiative was part of the initiative to promote cycling as a sustainable and healthy mode of transportation. The event was attended by elite athletes, including Paris Paralympics bronze medallist Simran Sharma, Commonwealth Games gold medallist Nitu Ghanghas and Asian Games bronze winner Preeti Pawar. The journey towards a fitter and greener India has officially begun! 🚴‍♀ HMYAS Shri Mansukh Mandaviya successfully flagged off the first-ever weekly FIT India Cycling Drive, inspiring citizens to make cycling a weekly habit. Let’s keep pedaling and create a healthier… pic.twitter.com/x4Rs35vMHe — Fit India Movement (@FitIndiaOff) December 17, 2024 “We have launched this event as ‘Fit India Cycling Tuesdays’ but for the convenience of cycling enthusiasts, this will now be conducted on Sundays and be called ‘Sundays on Cycle’,” said Mandaviya. “Doctors, journalists, teachers, corporate professionals and youth will join …

They are busy selling liquor: Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya slams AAP

They are busy selling liquor: Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya slams AAP

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Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday slammed the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government and said that “they are busy selling liquor” instead of prioritising the health of the people in Delhi. According to news agency ANI, while addressing a press conference, Mandaviya emphasised on the importance of the Central Government`s Ayushman Bharat and Ayushman Vaya Vandana schemes and said they “should benefit the people of Delhi.” “The Government of India has written and we request the Delhi Government to think about the health of the people of the national capital. But they are busy selling liquor. Central Government`s schemes, such as Ayushman Bharat and Ayushman Vay Vandana, should benefit the people of Delhi,” Mandaviya said. The minister`s remark came after the Delhi High Court issued a notice to the AAP government over its failure to implement the Ayushman Bharat scheme, ANI reported. On November 28, Delhi`s Chief Minister, Atishi, expressed that the AAP government is ready to implement the scheme. However, there are contradictions between the facilities offered by the Government of National Capital Territory …

India should target FIFA top-50 rankings in next decade: Mansukh Mandaviya

India should target FIFA top-50 rankings in next decade: Mansukh Mandaviya

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The All India Football Federation President Shri Kalyan Chaubey, on Thursday, called upon the honourable Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya and briefed him on the existing AIFF-FIFA Academy in Odisha and the plan to build additional four AIFF-FIFA Academies in different zones. Mr. Ged Roddy from FIFA TDS was present along with AIFF Secretary General Mr. Anilkumar and Deputy Secretary General Mr M Satyanarayan. The AIFF-FIFA Academy was launched in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, after the visit of Mr Arséne Wenger, FIFA Chief of Global Football Development and widely regarded as the world’s most successful coach in developing youth players. The AIFF-FIFA academy in Odisha currently has 32 cadets. Mr Ged Roddy, FIFA TDS project director, is presently on a visit to India to review the project. After the meeting, which also discussed the importance of coach development, the honourable minister assured the AIFF all possible support for the development of football in India. Dr. Mandaviya said, “An elaborate plan has to be chalked out and put in place for execution so that …

India Can Reach Top-50 Of FIFA Rankings In Next 10 Years: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya

India Can Reach Top-50 Of FIFA Rankings In Next 10 Years: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya

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India can break into the top-50 in the FIFA rankings, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said on Thursday, according to a release issued by All India Football Federation (AIFF). The top brass of the AIFF, including its president Kalyan Chaubey, met Mandaviya on Thursday to brief him on the existing AIFF-FIFA Academy in Odisha and the plan to build additional four such facilities in different zones. “An elaborate plan has to be chalked out and put in place for execution so that India can reach a FIFA ranking below 50 in the next ten years,” Mandaviya was quoted as saying in the AIFF release. “India boasts one of the largest pools of young talent globally. The focus should be on grassroots, talent identification. They should be nurtured along with coach development which will be pivotal for the sports growth.” The FIFA rankings began in 1992 and the Indian men’s football team’s best ranking has been 94, achieved in February 1996. The team has broken into the top-100 on a very few occasions. In the …

Mandaviya defends Sports Regulatory Board, Assures no interference in autonomy

Mandaviya defends Sports Regulatory Board, Assures no interference in autonomy

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Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has reassured stakeholders that the proposed Sports Regulatory Board, a key feature of the draft National Sports Governance Bill, is designed to uphold good governance and not infringe on the autonomy of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) or national sports federations. “We don’t want to interfere,” Mandaviya stated during a media interaction on Friday, emphasizing the extensive consultations conducted with federations, legal experts, and sports personalities. “It is the government’s responsibility to ensure that things are not left unattended.” The draft bill outlines the regulatory board’s authority to oversee affiliations, renewals, and suspensions of bodies such as the IOA. It also mandates annual public disclosures from the national Olympic committee, national sports federations, and their affiliates. IOA President PT Usha had earlier voiced concerns that the board’s powers could be perceived as government interference, potentially risking suspension from the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Acknowledging these concerns, Mandaviya said, “We have to follow the IOC’s rules. If we don’t, there could be consequences. That’s why I’m seeking everyone’s consensus.” The board will …

‘India Targets Top-5 Olympic Medal Ranking by 2047’: Mandaviya

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Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced on Friday that India has set an ambitious goal to be among the top five Olympic medal-winning nations by 2047, marking 100 years of its independence. This target aligns with the country’s broader vision to enhance its global sporting presence. Addressing the media after participating in the 10th Convocation of the Laxmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE) in Gwalior, the Youth Affairs and Sports Minister emphasized the crucial role of world-class coaches and training facilities in achieving this milestone. “The country needs a talent pool of world-level coaches and training, and LNIPE in Gwalior is playing a major role in it,” Mandaviya said. He also highlighted India’s aspirations for the 2036 Olympics, which the country aims to host. “When India hosts the Olympics in 2036, it should rank among the top 10 nations in sports,” he said. “And by 2047, when we celebrate 100 years of independence, the country should be among the top five.” Mandaviya stressed the importance of identifying and nurturing sporting talent across the nation, ensuring …

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Unveils Draft Sports Policy for Public Feedback

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Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced the release of a Draft Sports Policy on Thursday, designed to modernize and improve India’s current sports framework. The draft is now available for public consultation on the ministry’s website, inviting feedback from stakeholders including state and union territory governments, as well as the general public. Speaking at the fourth General Council meeting of the Khelo India Scheme, Mandaviya explained that the policy would serve as a model for states that do not yet have their own sports policies. He also reviewed the progress of the Khelo India initiative and held discussions on enhancing sports infrastructure to improve athlete performance. Mandaviya stressed the importance of a “Whole-of-Government Approach,” calling for better coordination among various agencies involved in talent identification and nurturing, including central and state government schemes, public sector undertakings, and national sports federations. During the meeting, the minister directed the formation of sub-committees focused on athlete welfare, talent identification, and strengthening the sports ecosystem. He highlighted the need for improving recruitment policies, athlete support systems, and grassroots talent identification. …

Draft Sports Policy Released For Public Consultation: Mansukh Mandaviya

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Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday said that a Draft Sports Policy, aimed at “modernizing and updating” the current framework in line with India’s evolving sporting landscape, has been released for public consultation. Mandaviya informed that the draft has been released on the ministry’s website and added that the stakeholders, including the governments of states and union territories, as well as the general public, are invited to submit their feedback. Once finalised, this policy will also serve as a model for states that have yet to establish their own sports policies, he said while chairing the fourth meeting of the General Council (GC) of the Khelo India Scheme. During the meeting, Mandaviya reviewed the progress of the Khelo India Scheme and held detailed discussions on improving sports infrastructure and facilities to enhance athlete performance. He emphasized the need for a “Whole-of-Government Approach” to ensure coordination among various agencies involved in talent identification and nurturing under different central and state government schemes, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and national sports federations. The minister also directed …