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Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya has officially launched the Athlete Passport Management Unit (APMU) at the National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) in New Delhi, marking a transformative step in India's efforts to uphold clean and ethical sports. This development not only aligns India with global anti-doping protocols but also positions the country as a regional leader in promoting fairness in athletics.
Key Highlights
Inauguration Details:
Inaugurated by: Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment
Date: April 17, 2025
Venue: National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL), New Delhi
Notable Attendees: Smt. Sujata Chaturvedi (Sports Secretary), Shri Kunal (Joint Secretary), Prof. P. L. Sahu (NDTL CEO), and prominent scientists
Know About APMU
The Athlete Passport Management Unit (APMU) is a specialized entity designed to manage and analyze Athlete Biological Passports (ABPs). This unit enables the long-term monitoring of biological variables such as blood profiles and hormonal levels, allowing experts to identify signs of potential doping through irregular physiological changes—without needing to detect specific banned substances directly.
India’s APMU is
The 17th such unit globally
The first of its kind in India
A Step Forward For India And Global South
This initiative significantly boosts India’s capacity to fight doping in line with the standards of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Beyond its national impact, India’s APMU is expected to act as a resource hub for neighboring countries, offering technical assistance, training programs, and shared expertise.
India aims to be a pillar of support for the Global South, ensuring wider access to scientific tools for clean sports across the region.
Understanding Athlete Biological Passport (ABP)
The ABP is a digital profile that records an athlete’s biological data over an extended period. Instead of directly testing for illegal substances, it identifies suspicious trends in the body’s natural metrics, such as:
Blood markers
Steroidal fluctuations
Hormonal changes
This advanced anti-doping tool was refined and implemented by WADA and has become a global standard in sports integrity.
Objectives Of APMU
Enhance the integrity of sports through advanced doping detection techniques
Promote non-invasive anti-doping measures
Increase anti-doping awareness in educational institutions and rural communities
Involve sports federations, scientists, and academia in educational outreach
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