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2nd Inclusion Conclave of NADA: Anti-Doping Efforts of India

On September 18, 2024, the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) held a conference in New Delhi to create a more inclusive anti-doping landscape.

Event Overview and Objectives

Date: September 18, 2024
Venue: New Delhi
Organizer: National Anti-Doping Agenc (NADA)

Key Attendees:

- Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports
- Raksha Nikhil Khadse, Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports

Main Objectives:

- Create a more inclusive landscape in anti-doping efforts
- Focus on diversity, accessibility, and protection of athletes' rights
- Educate and create awareness among para-athletes about anti-doping

Highlights and Initiatives

Release of "NADA India's Anti-Doping Guide" in Braille
Panel discussions on legal framework, technology, and sport values
Inclusive anti-doping workshop
Cultural program celebrating diversity and inclusivity
Over 500 participants, including para-athletes and experts
Held alongside UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport meetings

Government's Commitment and Achievements

Minister Mandaviya highlighted:

- India's remarkable strides in sports under PM Modi's leadership
- Focus on quality training, inclusive infrastructure, and grassroots talent discovery
- Empowerment of Divyang (disabled) sportspersons
- India's role in international anti-doping efforts

Minister Khadse emphasized:

- India's commitment to ensuring equal opportunities in sports for all individuals

Anti-Doping Landscape in India

National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) established on November 24, 2005
- Under Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
- Responsible for coordinating and monitoring India's doping control program
Current Director General: Ashish Bhargava, IAS
Headquarters: New Delhi

Recent challenges:

- India reported highest doping cases globally in 2022 (WADA report)
- Ranked second worst offender in '10-year global study of positive doping cases by minors'

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