The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is currently embroiled in a significant crisis, with the sports ministry taking a stern stance against recent decisions by its president, PT Usha. The controversy revolves around the recognition of the Indian Golf Union (IGU) elections, along with other contentious issues related to state Olympic bodies, national sports federations, and…
The president of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), PT Usha, has raised concerns regarding the proposed Sports Bill. She cautioned that the draft, in its current form, could lead to sanctions from the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Usha’s warning comes in light of potential conflicts between the bill’s provisions and international sports governance norms. Meeting…
A significant consultation meeting was recently chaired by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya to discuss the Draft National Sports Governance Bill 2024. The meeting, held on Thursday, brought together various stakeholders including Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President P.T. Usha, representatives from National Sports Federations (NSFs), and National Sports Promotion Organisations (NSPOs). The discussions focused on governance…