Mandaviya urges National Sports Federations to enhance champion development at Asian Games review
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Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya urged National Sports Federations to enhance their efforts in developing a consistent pipeline of champions during a review meeting on October 15, 2026, following India's fourth-place finish at the Asian Games. He emphasized the importance of not relying solely on a few medal winners, highlighting the need to identify and nurture more athletes like Mirabai Chanu. The meeting served as a platform to evaluate India's performance at the Asian Games and to prepare for upcoming international competitions, including the 2028 Olympics and the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Dr. Mandaviya called for a collaborative approach among federations to ensure sustained excellence in Indian sports.
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