Raksha Khadse addresses all-women coaches course, stresses women in coaching
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse addressed an all-women coaches course held under AITA's ACE 2032 initiative in New Delhi on 24 October 2026. It matters to women and girls who want to build a career in sport as coaches or in related roles.
What this means for you
This event does not announce a new scheme, application date or eligibility rule for the public. It signals official support for opening up coaching, sports science, administration and event management as professional options for women. If you or your daughter wants to become a coach, keep an eye on such courses and on Kelho India-linked centres.
Key facts
- The event was held on 24 October 2026 at the DLTA Tennis Stadium in New Delhi
- It was an all-women coaches course under AITA's ACE 2032 initiative
- The initiative was launched with the support of MYAS and SAI
- The Asmita Women's League, started in 2021, has reached more than three lakh women
- Discussions mentioned a possible course in Bengaluru from 10 December, with 16 players to be selected for the CHP course
What happened
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse addressed an all-women coaches course at the Delhi Lawn Tennis Association (DLTA) Tennis Stadium in New Delhi on 24 October 2026. The course was held under the All India Tennis Association’s (AITA) ACE 2032 initiative.
The minister stressed the need to expand opportunities for women in sport, from grassroots participation and coaching to high-level competition and leadership.
What the initiative is
According to the release, the initiative was launched with the support of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) and the Sports Authority of India (SAI). Its aim is to strengthen the link between coach education, talent identification and high-level training.
The event was attended by DLTA President Rohit Rajpal, AITA Coaching Director Kanwaljit Singh, Davis Cup coach Ashutosh Singh, AITA Honorary Secretary Sundar Iyer, AITA Treasurer Dinesh Arora and coach Radhika Kanitkar.
What the minister said
The minister said India’s goal of becoming a major sporting nation depends on identifying talent early and making sure women and girls get qualified coaches, suitable infrastructure, regular competitions and continued support.
She said sporting talent exists in rural, tribal, semi-urban and urban communities alike. She also said opportunities for women should not be limited to the field of play but should extend to coaching, sports science, administration and programme management.
Asmita Women’s League mentioned
Discussions highlighted the role of the Asmita Women’s League under the Khelo India framework. According to the release, the league was started in 2021 and has reached more than three lakh women.
The need to connect grassroots initiatives with Khelo India centres, recognised academies and Centres of Excellence was also stressed.
More women in coaching
A key aim of the course was to increase the number of qualified women coaches and widen access to coaching education and certification across states. The release says greater participation by women in coaching can encourage girls to take up sport.
The event also saw discussion on a possible course in Bengaluru from 10 December, under which 16 players will be selected for the CHP course.
What next
The release does not give any application process, eligibility rule or deadline for the public. It says the initiative seeks to contribute to India’s 2036 sports goals and the Viksit Bharat @2047 vision.
Questions and answers
What is the all-women coaches course?
It is a coach training course only for women, under AITA's ACE 2032 initiative. Its aim is to increase the number of qualified women coaches and widen access to coaching education and certification.
How can I join this course?
The release does not give any admission process or date. It only says discussions took place on a possible course in Bengaluru from 10 December, under which 16 players will be selected for the CHP course.
What is the Asmita Women's League?
It is a women's league under the Khelo India framework, started in 2021. According to the release, the league has reached more than three lakh women.
Does this directly benefit ordinary girls?
The release does not announce any direct scheme or money for individuals. It talks about creating more professional opportunities for women in coaching, sports science, administration and event management.
What is the stated aim of this initiative?
The stated aim is to connect coach education, talent identification and high-level training. According to the release, the initiative seeks to contribute to India's 2036 sports goals and the Viksit Bharat @2047 vision.
Source: PIB, "केंद्रीय राज्य मंत्री रक्षा खडसे ने ऑल-वुमन कोचेस कोर्स में भारतीय खेलों में महिलाओं के लिए और बेहतर रास्ते बनाने का आह्वान किया", 24 October 2026. Read the original notice
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