Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Sports Governance Bill Introduced; BCCI to be Included
A new sports bill has been proposed in Parliament.
This bill will create official groups to oversee sports in the country, including the Olympics and Paralympics.
For the first time, the BCCI, which runs cricket in India, will be part of this.
The goal is to improve how sports are managed and to help athletes.
Officials are reviewing the bill to understand how it will work.
The National Sports Governance Bill 2025 was introduced in Parliament on Wednesday.
The bill aims to establish national sports governing bodies, including the National Olympic and Paralympic Committees.
The BCCI, previously an autonomous body, will be included under the bill.
Rajeev Shukla stated he would need to study the bill before commenting.
The bill seeks to promote athlete welfare and ethical practices.
- Who
- Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Rajeev Shukla (BCCI VP).
- What
- The National Sports Governance Bill 2025 was introduced.
- When
- Wednesday.
- Where
- Parliament.
- Why
- To promote athlete welfare and ensure ethical practices in sports, and establish clear governance standards.
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- Bill Name
- National Sports Governance Bill 2025
- Introduced By
- Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya
- Key Organizations Affected
- BCCI, National Olympic Committee, National Paralympic Committee
- BCCI Status
- To be included under the bill for the first time.
- Bill Aims
- Athlete welfare and ethical practices
