A delegation from the International Olympic Academy (IOA) met with the President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) P. T. Usha in New Delhi. The IOA praised the reactivation of the National Olympic Academy of India, emphasizing its significance in enhancing the Olympic Movement through education and leadership development. The National Olympic Academy (NOA) in India, reactivated on January 9, will focus on Olympic education, research, and athlete support.
The delegation also acknowledged the appointments of PT Usha and Gagan Narang as key figures in the National Olympic Academy of India. They stressed the importance of athlete leadership in promoting credible and inclusive Olympic education initiatives. Discussions during the meeting centered on structured Olympic Education programs, educator capacity-building, youth engagement, and international knowledge exchange.
PT Usha highlighted the role of education in fostering integrity and sustainability in sports. The commitment to strengthening governance, athlete welfare, and developing future sports leaders through the National Olympic Academy was reiterated. Both institutions emphasized the importance of upholding Olympic values such as ethics, fair play, and respect for the credibility of sports.
Athlete welfare education, youth engagement, and leadership development were identified as crucial elements for the sustainability of the Olympic Movement in India. Preserving India’s Olympic history, promoting diversity, and ensuring representation across regions and genders were also discussed. The International Olympic Academy expressed readiness to support the Indian National Olympic Academy through various collaborative initiatives.
