Foreign and Indian coaches will now have a four-year contract

Now foreign and Indian coaches for training Indian Athletes will have a four-year contract in alignment with the Olympic cycle. The right coaching for country’s elite athletes, India’s chances in all major international tournaments, including the Olympics will be improved.

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Key-Points

The 4-year contract of coaches will be given on the basis of the performance of a coach and recommendation from the respective National Sports Federation (NSFs).

The contracts, though for 4 years, will be reviewed annually and extended on the basis of a coach’s overall performance, indicated by the performance of athletes in major international events.

Frequent change of coaches hampered the performance of athletes. By ensuring the right coaching for country’s elite athletes, India’s chances in all major international tournaments will be improved. It will also help India’s long-term roadmap for Olympic preparation for 2024 and 2028.