Balancing Act: The New Sports Governance Bill Takes Shape
Times of IndiaThe Draft National Sports Governance Bill, 2024, aims to strike a balance between autonomy and accountability in the sports sector. It proposes the creation of an institutional and regulatory capacity for Indian sports, with a focus on establishing standards of conduct, appointing independent regulators, and empowering sports bodies to establish athletes' commissions and ethics committees. The Bill also includes provisions for the appointment of senior election professionals to oversee free and fair elections in sports bodies, as well as the establishment of a sports tribunal to decide appeals in respect of all domestic sports disputes. While the Bill is a step in the right direction, it is important to note that it is not a silver bullet and may need to be tailored to address the specific needs of Indian sports. The Bill also raises important questions about the balance between autonomy and accountability, and the role of the state in ensuring the integrity and fairness of sports.
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