The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has instructed all recognized National Sports Federations (NSFs) to form dedicated committees on International Relations and Make in India in Sports. The International Relations Committee will supervise updates to relevant International Federations (IFs) and Continental Federations (CFs), including changes in competition rules, governance, elections, and athlete-focused programs. This committee will create a medium-term international cooperation plan encompassing bilateral and multilateral MoUs, joint training camps, exchange programs, knowledge-sharing initiatives, and opportunities for hosting international sporting events in India.
To ensure compliance with the Government of India’s policies, the Olympic Charter, and IF statutes, the Committee will oversee that all international activities adhere to good governance principles, anti-doping regulations, and athlete protection. It aims to enhance collaboration with partner national federations and prominent international sports research and academic institutions to provide top-tier training opportunities and sports science support for Indian athletes. Additionally, the Committee will coordinate with international federations and relevant organizations to ensure timely participation in bidding procedures and share proposals for hosting international events in India with the Ministry for review and approval as per guidelines.
The Make in India in Sports Committee will collaborate with Indian manufacturers, start-ups, research institutions, and testing and standardization bodies to assist in product development, trials, and certification in the relevant sport. This initiative will help boost the domestic sports manufacturing ecosystem envisioned under the Make in India campaign. The Committee will generate periodic reports on the adoption of indigenous solutions, outlining progress, challenges faced, and recommendations for the NSF to consider, focusing on contributions to Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Comprising senior Federation members, former international athletes, coaches, and subject matter experts with experience in global sports administration and diplomacy, the Committee will share details like composition and terms of reference with the Ministry within 30 days of the advisory’s issuance. It will include senior Federation members, technical experts, former international athletes, and at least one member knowledgeable in sports equipment, technology, manufacturing, or standards. Details on the Committee’s composition will be provided to the Ministry within 60 days of the advisory’s release.
