Revised Sports Bill Offers BCCI Relief from RTI Constraints
The Sports Ministry's amendment to the National Sports Governance Bill restricts the RTI Act's applicability to bodies reliant on government support, sparing the BCCI from being classified as a public authority. The bill proposes a National Sports Board and Tribunal to improve sports governance in India's journey to the 2036 Olympics.
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In a significant move, the Sports Ministry has revised the National Sports Governance Bill to exclude independent bodies like the BCCI from the RTI Act's reach, confining the bill's scope to organizations reliant on government funding.
Introduced by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, the bill also establishes a National Sports Board and Tribunal to enhance accountability and streamline dispute resolution in the sports sector. This development aligns with India's strategy to boost sporting excellence ahead of the 2036 Olympics.
The new guidelines ensure that only bodies dependent on public funds fall under the RTI Act, thereby sparing the BCCI, which operates independently of government financial assistance. The bill's broader vision includes fostering transparency and robust governance in national sports administration.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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