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First-Ever Global Women's Kabaddi League in Haryana

The Global Pravasi Women's Kabaddi League (GPKL) is set to debut in September 2024, featuring female athletes from over 15 countries.

Launch of the Global Pravasi Women's Kabaddi League (GPKL)

First-ever Global Pravasi Women's Kabaddi League to debut in September 2024
Organized by Holistic International Pravasi Sports Association (HIPSA) and World Kabaddi
Will feature female athletes from over 15 countries
League to commence in Haryana, India
MoU signed between HIPSA and the Government of Haryana

Objectives and Significance

Aims to elevate kabaddi on a global scale
Promote and develop women's kabaddi worldwide
Support efforts to include kabaddi in the Olympic Games
Bolster India's bid to host the 2036 Olympics
Celebrate kabaddi's rich heritage and inspire new generations of women athletes

International Participation and Support

Teams from diverse nations including England, Poland, Argentina, Canada, and Italy
Former Indian Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju supports kabaddi's inclusion in Olympics
HIPSA President Kanthi D Suresh emphasizes the importance of the initiative
Aligns with Indian government's vision to host future Olympics

Olympic Inclusion Process and India's Aspirations

International Olympic Committee (IOC) decides on inclusion of sports in Olympics
IOC's Future Host Commission (FHC) handles Olympic hosting rights
Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has initiated dialogue with FHC
India aims to host the 2036 Olympic Games
Inclusion of kabaddi as an Olympic sport would be a significant achievement for India

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