Indian Olympic Association

About Indian Olympic Association

India first participated in Olympics in 1900 in Paris. The country was repre sented by Norman Pritchard, an Anglo Indian who was holidaying in Paris during that time. The Indian Olympic Association is responsible for the preparation and participation of competitors in the Olympic Games as well as in Regional events like Commonwealth and Asian Games. There is a separate federation at national level in each game/sport which assists the Indian Olympic Association and preparation of sportsmen.

The selection of sportsmen is generally carried out on the basis of performance at national level. However, at times, special selection trials are also held to choose the competitors for participation in the Olympic Games and other international events. After initial selection, the competitors are required to attend training camps. The national federations are assisted by the Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports, Patiala, which provides intensive training for athletes.

Achievements of Indian Olympic Association

Arjuna Award, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna, Dronacharya Award, Dhyan Chand Award