Lok Sabha Passes National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Bill, 2025

• 12 Aug 2025

On 12th August 2025, the Lok Sabha passed the National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Bill, 2025.

Key Points

• Amendment to Existing Law: Amends the National Anti-Doping Act, 2022, which gives effect to the UNESCO convention against doping in sports.
• Prohibition and Regulatory Framework: Prohibits doping and establishes a framework for testing, enforcement, and adjudication of violations.
• Establishment of Key Institutions: Provides for the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) and the National Board for Anti-Doping in Sports to oversee anti-doping measures.
• Powers of the National Board: Empowers the National Board to obtain information from the Disciplinary Panel and the Appeal Panel regarding their operations.
• Definition of Violations: Specifies a comprehensive list of anti-doping rule violations.
• Alignment with Global Standards: Brings Indian anti-doping regulations in line with international anti-doping rules.