Revamping the Game: National Sports Governance Bill Set to Transform India's Athletic Landscape

The introduction of the National Sports Governance Bill in Lok Sabha seeks to reform India's sports administration. Key features include tenure caps for sports body executives, a powerful National Sports Board, a National Sports Tribunal, regulations for free elections under a dedicated panel, and the coverage of sports bodies under RTI.

The National Sports Governance Bill, introduced in Lok Sabha, marks a pivotal step towards streamlining Indian sports administration. A cap on executive tenure and age aims to bring much-needed reform.

The creation of a National Sports Board is a notable feature, empowered to evaluate and govern National Sports Federations effectively.

With a National Sports Tribunal and stringent election oversight, this bill ensures transparent, accountable governance, while extending RTI coverage to encompass recognised sports bodies.