National athletes

Indian Olympic Association: In a decisive move to strengthen athlete-led governance and accountability in Indian sport, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) will host the first National Athletes’ Forum on January 10 in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

The Forum will focus on critical themes, including athlete rights and responsibilities, ethical and transparent governance, safe sport and integrity, mental health and well-being, anti-doping education, grievance redressal, and structured career transition pathways. Discussions will be geared towards converting athlete feedback into actionable reforms.

It will bring together current and former athletes, athlete representatives, and key stakeholders from across the country for direct, solution-focused engagement.