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Laxmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior

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Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior

Laxmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior
SETU 2026 – National Conclave

NATIONAL CONCLAVE – SETU 2026

Sports Ecosystem for Training Upgradation

( ज्ञान विज्ञान और क्रीड़ा का संगम )

23–24 January 2026 | LNIPE, Gwalior

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Organized by

Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior (Deemed to be University)

Leadership

Patron-in-Chief :
Dr. MANSUKH MANDAVIYA
Hon’ble Minister, Youth Affairs & Sports

Patron :
Smt. RAKSHA NIKHIL KHADSE
Hon’ble Minister of State, Youth Affairs & Sports

Co-Patron :
Shri HARI RANJAN RAO
IAS, Secretary (Sports) & DG, SAI

Convener: Prof. Kalpana Sharma
Vice Chancellor, LNIPE

Convener :
Prof. Kalpana Sharma
Vice Chancellor, LNIPE

Co-Convener :
Dr. Yatendra Kumar Singh
Registrar, LNIPE

Schedule

Day 1 – January 23, 2026

  • Inaugural Ceremony
  • Plenary Sessions
  • Panel Discussion on Policy Integration

Day 2 – January 24, 2026

  • Workshops
  • Roundtable on SETU 2026
  • Declaration
  • Valedictory Session

Aim of the Conclave

Building the sports ecosystem integrating Sports Sciences, Coaching, Skilling and Academics for national sports development, aligning with the Sports & Educational Policies and the vision of Vikshit Bharat 2047.

Objectives

  • Roadmap for integrating Sports Sciences, Coaching & Skilling within academic frameworks.
  • Develop a holistic, skill-based, technology-driven sports education system aligned with NEP 2020.
  • Strengthen professional pathways in Physical Education and Sports.
  • Align curricula with National Sports Development policies.
  • Foster collaboration among Universities, Research Bodies, and Sports Federations.
  • Discuss capacity-building and skilling initiatives for the sports workforce.
  • Promote policy dialogue towards Khelo Bharat Niti 2025.
  • Develop the SETU 2026 Declaration.

Sub-Themes

  • Sports Sciences and Performance Analytics
  • Coaching Pedagogy and Capacity Building
  • Skilling & Employment Pathways
  • Curriculum Development and Research Integration
  • Policy Reforms & Governance
  • Role of Universities in the Sports Ecosystem

Expected Attendees

  • Sports Universities, Colleges & PE Directors
  • Administrators, PIS
  • National Sports Federations
  • Sports Scientists
  • International Athletes
  • Dronacharya / Arjuna / National Awardees
  • National Coaches
  • Para-Athletes & Para-Sports Bodies
  • Academicians & Researchers
  • KVS, NVS, EMRS, NCERT, CBSE, NCTE
  • Services / Railways / Petroleum Sports Boards
  • Corporate Stakeholders

Expected Outcomes

  • National Forum for Sports Education & Research
  • Recommendations for integrating Sports Skilling into NEP 2020
  • Framework for University–Federation collaboration
  • Action plan for Khelo Bharat Niti 2025
  • Technology-driven education aligned with Vikshit Bharat 2047
  • Strategies to enhance employability in sports
  • Promotion of innovation & entrepreneurship
  • Adoption of the Gwalior Declaration