"The primary responsibility for organising the events rests with the NSFs. It is incumbent upon them to take all measures for smooth conduct of the championships with a vision to empower the athletes to reach their optimum potential," a Sports Ministry release stated.
As per the existing guidelines of the government, it is mandatory for all NSFs to conduct national championships every year for senior, junior and sub-junior categories.
But from time to time the Ministry has been receiving complaints from various quarters regarding the basic minimum facilities not being provided to sportspersons during the various championships/tournaments conducted by NSFs.
As a result the Ministry has decided to issues certain guidelines on the conduct of various tournaments.
Also Read
"All NSFs are directed to adopt a few measures for organising tournaments, as the responsibility lies with the NSFs for their organisation, supervision and conduct in every aspect," said the release.
As per the new guidelines issued by the Ministry, there are a number of measures that are needed to be followed by all the NSFs.
The representatives of all the NSFs should reach the venue of championship at least two days before the event to ensure that all the facilities are in place.