Dr. Atulya Misra, IAS
Additional Chief Secretary Sports, Government of Tamil Nadu
Overview
Dr. Atulya Misra, IAS brings valuable perspective as Additional Chief Secretary Sports at Government of Tamil Nadu. In this interview, conducted as part of the CCIFI Young Talents Program 2025, Dr. shares insights on sports policy, infrastructure, sustainability. The conversation highlights key learnings from Paris 2024 and their relevance to India's potential Olympic bid for 2036.
Key Insight
“The main gap is grassroots infrastructure; sport can be a lever for health, education, and social mobility.”
Highlights
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The main gap is grassroots infrastructure; sport can be a lever for health, education, and social mobility.
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Emphasizes that investing in grassroots sports infrastructure creates lasting social benefits.
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Highlights sport as a vehicle for broader development goals including health, education, and inclusion.
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