After the IOA episode, the Government has decided that for bringing about good governance, transparency and accountability in sports, Shri Vijay Goel, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Youth Affairs & Sports is going to constitute a committee headed by Secretary (Sports) on the subject of improvements in the National Sports Development Code, the functioning of Sports Federations etc. to give a report within one month.

The Ministry officials are preparing a report for the last one month for the proper functioning of Federations, for which the Ministry has already held meetings with the various stakeholders such as the National Sports Federations, Sports Ministers and Secretaries from States, Olympians, Arjuna Awardees, Dronacharya Awardees, NGOs, field officers of the Sports Authority of India, etc.
The new Committee will suggest improvements in the present National Sports Development Code on the basis of these meetings and submit a report within a month.

Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports (I/C) Sh. Vijay Goel today launched a book by ace sports photographer Sukumar on photographs of Rio Olympics at Delhi’s National Stadium. The book launch was followed by an exhibition of selected photographs from the Rio Olympics.

Interacting with the media Goel said, “Mr. Sukumar has been a known figure in the world of sports for four decades and his pictures speak louder than words. It is an honour to launch his book cum photo exhibition and I feel that his interest lies in gymnastics given that we there are lots of pictures of gymnastics in this exhibition”.
 
S Sukumar who has been an accredited international photographer has covered Olympics, FIFA World Cup, ICC Cricket World Cup and many more global sporting events. Sukumar thanked Sports Minister Goel for his support and encouragement to boost sports in India.
 
Goel further stated that the Ministry will honour people who directly or indirectly promote sports in India – by books, films or other such activities. “We will open our stadiums for even those who wish to hold exhibitions and it will be done for free to promote sports”. The photo exhibition will be open for public till 28th December, 2016 at the Dhyanchand National Stadium.

Upcoming wrestler and daughter of wrestling legend MahavirPhogat, RituPhogat called on Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel today at his official residence.Goel was delighted to see the talented young Ritu and was aware about her good track record. Ritu is the youngest of the Phogat sisters who have gained popularity due to their sheer hard work and guidance by father and coachMahavirPhogat who is a Dronacharya Awardee.

Goel stated that just like cricket, other indigenous sports like wrestling and kabaddi must be given a big boost and various leagues are paving way for their success and helping us gain prominence in the global arena. “We are committed to provide the best to our players and my doors are always open if you have any issues or would like to share your suggestions”, Goel added.

Interacting with the media Ritu said, “Wrestling has a very rich history and we have continued to do well in this sport”. Ritu also thanked Goel for his continued support to sportspersons. Sports Minister Goel wished her all the very best and stated that in the years to come, Ritu will bring laurels to the nation and we must watch out for her in the Tokyo Olympics to be held in 2020. President of Wrestling Federation of India Brijbhushan Sharan was also present to convey his best wishes to Ritu. In the recently concluded auction of the Pro Wrestling League, RituPhogat was bought by new entrants Jaipur for Rs 36 lakh – higher than Olympic medalistSakshi Malik.

Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel today led a Mobile and Digital Banking campaign along with young volunteers of the Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan at Delhi’s Rajiv Chowk. As the demonetisation phase completes one month, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports promotes the benefits of online banking and boosts the methods of cashless transactions. The Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan which comes under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports will be leading this initiative and has invited interested youngsters to participate in the various training camps being organised across India.

Commenting on the same, Vijay Goel said, “I salute this revolutionary step taken by our Honorable Prime Minster Sh. Narendra Modi ji. Sh. Narendra Modi ji has utmost faith in youth of the country and believes that the youth will contribute immensely towards promoting “Digital Economy”. It’s our job to cooperate with him and take the nation to towering heights”.

The crowd at the mobile banking centre of NYKS at Rajiv Chowk was thronged by people from all walks of life, from tea-sellers to senior citizens. Suyash who came with his friends hailed PM’s efforts and stated that despite long queues, people are willing to bear the inconvenience for a greater good. Another lady Kavitha shared that the demonetisation process has prompted her to learn about the various digital banking methods and appreciated the young volunteers of the Ministry of Youth Affairs for their mobile banking help centres.

Goel further stated, “I do agree that with Rs. 500 and Rs. 1000 notes being banned, people would have faced and might continue to face problem for another month.  However, one must see the farsighted benefits of this initiative. Under the leadership of Sh. Narendra Modi the nation would definitely move towards reducing the economic and social differences prevalent in the society. In addition to this, in the coming 15 years, India will certainly achieve the position of a global leader for which the transformation has already begun”. Nehru Yuva Kendra is imparting training to public all over India in and till now 1.5lakh youth have been trained in mobile banking. NYKS has also invited youth who can teach mobile banking for which recruitment will be done on Sunday, 11 December 2016. Those interested can join the drive at 11am at National Stadium.

In order to counter the rumour mongering and provocative statements by the Opposition parties against PM Narendra Modi’s bold move of demonetisation against black money,
Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel led a Janta Ka March in Delhi’s Paharganj area. Hundreds of youth and members of various organisations took part in the march voicing their support for PM Modi with a banner “Youth Against Black Money”.

Goel led “padyatras” and visited each shop to create awareness among the traders and business communities about digital modes of payment and transactions which will help them to continue their busines in a simplified way and would bring in transparency and strengthen economy of the nation.

All trade unions hailed PM Modi’s move and declared that they would keep their shops open and pay no heed to the Opposition’s demand for Bharat Bandh on 28th November, 2016. Goel stated that the so called Bharat Bandh has already failed.

Goel started off the march by sweeping away fake currency with a broom which he stated as the second Swachhta Abhiyan after PM’s first Swachhta Abhiyan against garbage. The act displayed the message that PM Modi with his bold move of demonetisation has hit the organisations which indulge in counterfeit currency and black money.

Interacting with the media Goel said, “One man is determined to clean the nation and make it free from black money and corruption but few parties and their leaders with vested interests are hell bent to create problems for the government and safeguarding the corrupt”. Goel added that there will be more padyatras to create awareness among the masses and deter the negative propaganda and series of lies being spread by the Opposition parties to misguide the public.

In order to counter the rumour mongering and provocative statements by the Opposition parties against PM Narendra Modi’s bold move of demonetisation against black money,
Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel led a Janta Ka March in Delhi’s Paharganj area. Hundreds of youth and members of various organisations took part in the march voicing their support for PM Modi with a banner “Youth Against Black Money”.

Goel led “padyatras” and visited each shop to create awareness among the traders and business communities about digital modes of payment and transactions which will help them to continue their busines in a simplified way and would bring in transparency and strengthen economy of the nation.

All trade unions hailed PM Modi’s move and declared that they would keep their shops open and pay no heed to the Opposition’s demand for Bharat Bandh on 28th November, 2016. Goel stated that the so called Bharat Bandh has already failed.

Goel started off the march by sweeping away fake currency with a broom which he stated as the second Swachhta Abhiyan after PM’s first Swachhta Abhiyan against garbage. The act displayed the message that PM Modi with his bold move of demonetisation has hit the organisations which indulge in counterfeit currency and black money.
Interacting with the media Goel said, “One man is determined to clean the nation and make it free from black money and corruption but few parties and their leaders with vested interests are hell bent to create problems for the government and safeguarding the corrupt”. Goel added that there will be more padyatras to create awareness among the masses and deter the negative propaganda and series of lies being spread by the Opposition parties to misguide the public. 

In order to counter the rumour mongering and and provocative statements by the Opposition parties against PM Narendra Modi’s bold move of demonetisation against black money,
Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel will lead a Sahyog March for which a special meeting was held today. The team has been named “Youth Against Back Money” and the strategy to counter the Opposition’s rumour mongering and lies was discussed at Goel’s residence.

Goel said that such teams would be created across Delhi who would help the public in creating awareness and helping them with various rules relating to demonetisation. Goel further stated that leaders of Opposition parties are disturbed with PM Modi’s growing popularity post this bold decision and hence resorted to rumour mongering and creating misconceptions among the public to deter the transition process. These parties are only concerned about their political gains and not worried about the public.

Goel attacked Congress leader Kapil Sibal and said that the current government is not ineffective like Manmohan Singh’s and swift action have been taken to help all who have been in need. The Opposition instead of praising the government’s pro-people approach is hell bent to create problems and create confusion among the public regarding demonetisation.

Attacking former PM Manmohan Singh, Goel said that despite being an economist Singh never spoke a word about the scams during his tenure which lead to accumulation of black money. Opposition has united against one man due to his growing popularity among masses otherwise these parties never come closer given the difference in their ideologies and style of working.

Goel mentioned that queues outside banks have reduced as cash flow has increased and majority of ATMs have been recalibrated. A mega march will begin from Paharganj railway station on 27th November, 2016 to expose the divisive forces that have been misguiding the public. The volunteers will sport blue t-shirts with a social message and will join Vijay Goel to discuss positives of demonetisation with senior citizens and people from other walks of life to create awareness among all.

Goel has also stated that he and the volunteers will enlighten the business communities about digital payment methods that will bring in transparency and enable ease of business. Lok Abhiyan and many other organisations will be part of the Sahyog March.