The Indian Army hosted the Army Sports Conclave 2025, a premier forum convened to deliberate on strategic goals, refine ongoing initiatives, and reaffirm the Army’s enduring commitment to advancing national sporting excellence. The conclave served as a platform for policy discussions, experience sharing, and charting the future roadmap for military and national sports development.
Strengthening India’s Sporting Vision
The event was graced by Shri Hari Ranjan Rao, Secretary (Sports), who commended the Indian Army’s pivotal role in nurturing world-class athletes and shaping India’s sports ecosystem. He emphasized the importance of greater inter-agency collaboration and institutional synergy to achieve India’s 2036 national sporting vision, aimed at positioning the country as a global powerhouse in athletics and competitive sports.
Honouring Sporting Legends
The Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) honoured Col Balbir Singh Kular, Mr. Murlikant Petkar, and Sub Maj (Hony Capt) Vijay Kumar — iconic figures whose outstanding contributions to Indian sports have inspired generations. Their achievements stand as a testament to the Army’s legacy of producing champions who have brought glory to the nation in diverse sporting disciplines, including hockey, shooting, and para sports.
Army’s Continued Role in Sports Excellence
The conclave underscored the Indian Army’s structured sports development framework, which integrates elite training, scientific support, and infrastructure modernisation across Army sports nodes. These efforts have consistently contributed to India’s medal tally at the Olympics, Asian Games, and Commonwealth Games.
Commitment to the Future
By fostering an environment of excellence and discipline, the Army Sports Conclave 2025 reaffirmed the Army’s role not only as a guardian of the nation’s frontiers but also as a driving force behind India’s sporting achievements. The deliberations paved the way for continued innovation, inclusivity, and collaboration to nurture the next generation of champions who will carry forward India’s sporting legacy.
