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‘India Committed To Clean Sport’: Mandaviya After Meeting WADA Chief

By IANS News April 15, 2026 • 20:40 PM View: 22

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya: Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday underscored the country’s growing emphasis on clean sport and stronger anti-doping mechanisms following his meeting with Witold Banka, President of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).

“Had an excellent meeting with Mr Witold Banka, President of the World Anti-Doping Agency, in New Delhi today,” Mandaviya wrote on X, sharing details of the meeting.

He reiterated India’s commitment towards clean sport, adding, “Under the leadership of PM Shri Narendra Modi ji, India is committed to fostering a strong culture of clean sport, where the true spirit of competition is safeguarded.”

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