Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya today said that India’s sporting future depends on stronger coordination between athletes, federations and governments. He said this while addressing the National Sports Federation Conclave 2026 in New Delhi. Dr Mandaviya said that the Conclave marks a coordinated step towards India’s preparation for upcoming global sporting events, including the Commonwealth Games 2026, Asian Games 2026 and Summer Olympics 2028. He also highlighted the government’s commitment towards eradicating doping from the Indian sports ecosystem through awareness, education and stricter legal measures. The minister urged federations, coaches and support staff to actively contribute towards building a clean and transparent sporting culture in the country.

The conclave also featured discussions on India’s evolving sporting roadmap, spanning the Khelo India Mission Medal Strategy, promotion of sports goods manufacturing, scientific fitness protocols and athlete assessment, strengthening anti-doping laws and technical interventions for National Sports Federations under the National Sports Governance Act 2025.