Mandaviya calls for transparent athlete selection, stronger sports governanceUnion Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya urged National Sports Federations to strengthen governance, ensure transparent athlete selection and intensify anti-doping efforts while reviewing India's preparations for the Asian Games 2026, Los Angeles Olympics 2028 and Commonwealth Games 2030By Telangana Today Published Date - 7 August 2026, 06:09 PMMansukh MandaviyaHyderabad: Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya emphasised focus on strengthening sports governance, enhancing athlete welfare, and reviewing India’s preparedness for upcoming major international sporting events. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Mandaviya emphasised that the interests and welfare of athletes must remain the foremost priority for every stakeholder in the sporting ecosystem. Calling for complete transparency in athlete selection processes, the Union Minister said that selection trials must be conducted in a fair and accountable manner. There should be absolutely no compromise on transparency in the selection process,” Dr. Mandaviya stated. The Union Minister also underscored the need for a comprehensive strategy to eliminate doping from Indian sports.