Paper: GS – II, Subject: Polity, Topic: Legislature, Issue: National Sports Governance Bill.
Context:
The National Sports Governance Bill 2025, recently introduced in the Lok Sabha.
- The Bill seeks to streamline regulatory oversight, promote athlete-centric policies, ensure fair and timely dispute resolution, and bring transparency to the functioning of all National Sports Federations (NSFs), including the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
- In a major shift from a perceived “controller” role to that of a “facilitator,” the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports aims to empower Indian sports to achieve global competitiveness while reducing bureaucratic inefficiencies and legal disputes.
Key Takeaways:
Key Provisions of the National Sports Governance Bill:
Establishment of National Sports Board:
- A National Sports Board will be constituted to oversee: Recognition and suspension of NSFs
- Monitoring compliance with governance and athlete welfare standards
- Ensuring timely and fair conduct of elections
- The Board will consist of members, including a chairperson, appointed by the central government.
- It will act as a watchdog for ethical functioning and provide administrative direction to the NSFs.
Formation of National Sports Tribunal:
- To address the legal logjam in the sporting ecosystem, the Bill proposes the creation of a National Sports Tribunal (NST).
- Headed by a Supreme Court judge
- Will resolve disputes related to elections, selection, and internal administration of NSFs
- Appeals from the NST’s decisions will lie only with the Supreme Court
However, the NST will not cover:
- Disputes arising during Olympic, Asian, or Commonwealth Games
- Matters governed by international federations
- Anti-doping cases, which remain under the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA).
Inclusion of BCCI under the Sports Governance Framework:
Conclusion:
The National Sports Governance Bill represents a significant step towards reforming sports governance in India. By establishing a regulatory framework and a dedicated dispute resolution mechanism, the bill aims to promote transparency, accountability, and fairness in the sports sector.
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