Can Parliament Tackle Sports Reform and SIR Uproar in One Session?

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1. Sports Governance Bill Set for Introduction

The Centre will table the National Sports Governance Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha today, aiming to overhaul India’s sports administration.

- The bill proposes uniform rules for all sports federations, including the BCCI
- Seeks to resolve disputes over athlete selection and federation elections
- Introduces a talent development pyramid from schools to elite Olympic centres
- Part of India’s long-term strategy to host the 2036 Olympics and boost medal tally by 2047

2. Opposition Protests Over Bihar’s Voter List Revision

Simultaneously, the Opposition is set to protest against the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Bihar’s electoral rolls.

-Congress MP Manickam Tagore called the SIR process dangerous and unconstitutional
- Allegations include disenfranchisement of Dalits, backward castes, and poor voters
- MPs plan symbolic protest at Makar Dwar wearing black bands
- Both Houses were adjourned on July 22 due to disruptions over the issue

3. Tensions High as Parliament Reconvenes