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First Post
20-05-2025
- Sport
- First Post
Delhi High Court asks Sports Ministry to produce complete records pertaining to recognition granted to IPA
The Sports Ministry has awarded national sports federation status to Indian Pickleball Association. The All India Pickleball Association, which is an older body has since challenged the decision in Delhi High Court. read more On Monday's hearing before the Delhi High Court in the ongoing matter concerning the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA) versus the Government of India (GOI) and the newly constituted Indian Pickleball Association (IPA), the GOI submitted its counter affidavit, according to a release from AIPA. During proceedings, the GOI sought further time to get their counter-affidavit on record. Instead, the Court directed the GOI to place on record the entire file related to the formation and recognition process of the disputed body. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The GOI further informed the Court about a new intervener–the New Indian Pickleball Association (also referred to as the Indian Pickleball Association or NIPA), a Bangalore-based entity established in 2021. NIPA had formally merged with AIPA last year and is now contesting the legitimacy of the newly formed IPA, alleging unauthorised use of its name, credentials, and legacy. Taking serious note of these developments, the Court emphasised the need for clarity and transparency in the matter and has listed the case for the next hearing on May 23, 2025. The All India Pickleball Association (AIPA) maintains that any attempt to bypass due process or undermine the legitimate functioning of the sport's ecosystem must be scrutinised in accordance with the law. AIPA expresses its complete faith in the Indian judiciary and believes that the rule of law will prevail in ensuring the sanctity and proper governance of Pickleball in India. AIPA says it remains committed to the values of fair play, sportsmanship, and clean sports governance and calls upon the Ministry to immediately review and rectify the decision in the larger interest of Pickleball and the Indian sporting community. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
India Gazette
15-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Delhi high court has asked Sports Ministry to...": AIPA president Arvind on granting of NSF status to Indian Pickleball Association
New Delhi [India] May 15 (ANI): President All India Pickleball Association (AIPA), Arvind Prabhoo, highlighted that the Delhi High Court has instructed Ministry of Youth and Sports to provide a written explanation justifying the status of National Sports Federation (NSF) to the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA). AIPA strongly opposed the Sports Ministry's decision to grant National Sports Federation (NSF) status to the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA), as communicated in a letter dated April 25, as per the AIPA press release. AIPA believed this action appeared to have been influenced by undue lobbying and misleading representations made by the newly formed entity. Granting NSF status to an organisation formed in November 2024 -- bypassing AIPA's 18 years of contribution. While talking to the ANI Arvind Prabhoo President AIPA said,' We challenged it in the court and the honourable court has directed the Ministry of Youth and Sports to furnish under an affidavit the justification for giving relaxation you know they have offered relaxation to this Indian Pickleball Association so the court has asked justification of that. And that is what we are hearing on the 19th, that is coming Monday.' AIPA last Sunday wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting the ongoing injustice regarding the sport of Pickleball and its recognition being overlooked for the last 18 years by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS). 'We have sent it, we are requesting an opinion from the Honorable PM, PMO to look into this matter because according to us it draws injustice for us and all India Pickleball Association, and we are requesting them to intervene in this matter and get to the bottom of this,' Arvind Prabhoo said. Established in 2007, the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA) is the oldest and most widely represented governing body for pickleball in India, with active federations in 24 states. AIPA has played a pivotal role in the structured growth of the sport for nearly two decades and is also a founding member of both the International Pickleball Federation (IPF) and the Asian Pickleball Federation (APF), with official affiliations granted in 2015 and 2020, respectively, as per a press release from AIPA. AIPA pointed out that the recognition granted to IPA by the Sports Ministry has been made after relaxing key eligibility conditions outlined in the National Sports Development Code of India, 2011, including: --- Requirement of a minimum three-year existence: As per Para 3.3 of Annexure-II of the Sports Code 2011, a sports federation must be in existence and functioning for at least three years before it can be considered for recognition as an NSF. The IPA was incorporated in November 2024 and has therefore not met this minimum eligibility. --- Requirement of state-level representation: The Sports Code mandates that a State/UT unit of a federation must be affiliated with at least 50% of the district-level associations in that region to be considered valid. There is no verifiable evidence that IPA or its state units meet this remains committed to the values of fair play, sportsmanship, and clean sports governance and calls upon the Ministry to immediately review and rectify the decision in the larger interest of Pickleball and the Indian sporting community. (ANI)
NDTV
01-05-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
Indias Apex Body For Pickleball Receives Official Government Recognition
The Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) has now been officially recognised by the Government of India via the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to act as the national sports federation in the country. It has been entrusted with the responsibility to govern, promote, and develop pickleball across the country. This landmark recognition validates IPA as the sole apex body for the sport in India and marks a turning point in its national and global journey. With systematic and painstaking groundwork laid by the members of IPA and a fast-growing community behind it, IPA is ready to drive the next chapter: building a nationwide ecosystem of access, excellence, and opportunity. This includes embedding pickleball in schools, communities, and elite training programs, and preparing Indian athletes for the global stage. The Indian Pickleball Association envisions a robust and inclusive sporting ecosystem built on the following pillars: 100,000 active registered players regularly participating in events and National-level competitions across all age groups. A comprehensive grassroots development programme and the establishment of more National High-Performance Centres for elite training, in addition to existing Centres, are also part of the programme. A key priority for the IPA is youth player development, training and officiating, and professional pathways and events. To this end, the association is actively working to the rollout of pickleball in schools, through alignment with programmes like Khelo India Women's Pickleball Cup expansion, championing gender inclusion and hosting international coaches conferences to facilitate knowledge exchange and nationwide certification programmes for referees and coaches, creating employment and structure. Demonstrating its nationwide impact, the IPA Nationals in January 2025 at Bennett University, Greater Noida, welcomed over 500 players from more than 20 Indian states. The tournament featured 14 international-standard courts, showcasing the rising competitive standards in India. Previously, the IPA-sanctioned PWR DUPR India Masters 2024 at DLTA Stadium, New Delhi, brought global attention to Indian pickleball. The event drew players from around the world. The IPA also hosted clinics and coaching programs in India led by APP World #1 Megan Fudge DeHeart and APP World #5 Ryler DeHeart — underscoring its commitment to bringing the best global expertise to India. 'This recognition is a historic milestone — but more importantly, it is a mandate to act,' said Suryaveer Singh Bhullar, President of IPA. 'We are committed to building a world-class sporting structure for pickleball in India. The mission is clear: talent identification, equitable access, professional training, and global competitiveness - winning medals for India at the junior and pro categories on the world stage.' He further commented, 'The current IPA team brings a wealth of experience — from organising multiple state and national-level pickleball events to conducting coach certification programs and running junior development academies. Many of us have also represented India on the global stage — at the Olympics, Asian Games, and Commonwealth Games — as players, coaches, and administrators. This collective expertise is a tremendous asset for the growth of pickleball in India. As a team, we are committed to making pickleball one of the most popular sports in the country. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.) Listen to the latest songs, only on
