Cop9 bureau

Sports Minister Dr: Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday chaired two-day high-level meetings which aim to advance global collaboration in the fight against doping, emphasising the importance of integrity, fairness, and inclusivity in sport.

Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Nikhil Khadse was also present at the 2nd Formal Meeting of the COP9 Bureau and the 3rd Formal Meeting of the Fund's Approval Committee under the UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport.

In his opening remarks, Dr. Mandaviya highlighted India’s commitment to clean sport and its leading role in global anti-doping efforts. He reiterated India’s philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – the world is one family – and emphasised the critical role of international cooperation in safeguarding the integrity of sports for future generations.