NATIONAL CONCLAVE – SETU 2026
Sports Ecosystem for Training Upgradation
(ज्ञान विज्ञान और क्रीड़ा का संगम)
23–24 January 2026 | LNIPE, Gwalior
Organized by
Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior (Deemed to be University)
Leadership
Patron-in-Chief: Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya
Hon’ble Minister, Youth Affairs & Sports
Hon’ble Minister, Youth Affairs & Sports
Patron: Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse
Hon’ble Minister of State, Youth Affairs & Sports
Hon’ble Minister of State, Youth Affairs & Sports
Co-Patron: Shri Hari Ranjan Rao, IAS
Secretary (Sports) & DG, SAI
Secretary (Sports) & DG, SAI
Convener: Prof. Kalpana Sharma
Vice Chancellor, LNIPE
Vice Chancellor, LNIPE
Co-Convener: Dr. Yatendra Kumar Singh
Registrar, LNIPE
Registrar, LNIPE
Schedule
Day 1 – January 23, 2026
- Inaugural Ceremony
- Plenary Sessions
- Panel Discussion on Policy Integration
Day 2 – January 24, 2026
- Workshops
- Roundtable on SETU 2026
- Declaration
- Valedictory Session
Aim of the Conclave
Building the sports ecosystem integrating Sports Sciences, Coaching, Skilling and Academics for national sports development, aligning with the Sports & Educational Policies and the vision of Vikshit Bharat 2047.
Objectives
- Roadmap for integrating Sports Sciences, Coaching & Skilling within academic frameworks.
- Develop a holistic, skill-based, technology-driven sports education system aligned with NEP 2020.
- Strengthen professional pathways in Physical Education and Sports.
- Align curricula with National Sports Development policies.
- Foster collaboration among Universities, Research Bodies, and Sports Federations.
- Discuss capacity-building and skilling initiatives for the sports workforce.
- Promote policy dialogue towards Khelo Bharat Niti 2025.
- Develop the SETU 2026 Declaration.
Sub-Themes
- Sports Sciences and Performance Analytics
- Coaching Pedagogy and Capacity Building
- Skilling & Employment Pathways
- Curriculum Development and Research Integration
- Policy Reforms & Governance
- Role of Universities in the Sports Ecosystem
Expected Attendees
- Sports Universities, Colleges & PE Directors
- Administrators, PIS
- National Sports Federations
- Sports Scientists
- International Athletes
- Dronacharya / Arjuna / National Awardees
- National Coaches
- Para-Athletes & Para-Sports Bodies
- Academicians & Researchers
- KVS, NVS, EMRS, NCERT, CBSE, NCTE
- Services / Railways / Petroleum Sports Boards
- Corporate Stakeholders
Expected Outcomes
- National Forum for Sports Education & Research
- Recommendations for integrating Sports Skilling into NEP 2020
- Framework for University–Federation collaboration
- Action plan for Khelo Bharat Niti 2025
- Technology-driven education aligned with Vikshit Bharat 2047
- Strategies to enhance employability in sports
- Promotion of innovation & entrepreneurship
- Adoption of the Gwalior Declaration
About LNIPE
LNIPE was established in 1957 as Lakshmibai College of Physical Education (LCPE). It later became LNCPE and was granted Deemed to be University status in 1995. Located in Gwalior, it is the only Deemed University in India dedicated exclusively to Physical Education and Sports.
Our Courses
- B.P.Ed – 4 Years
- M.P.Ed – 2 Years
- MSS – 2 Years
- MSM – 2 Years
- MA (Sports Journalism) – 2 Years
- MA (Yoga) – 2 Years
- Diploma & PG Diploma in Sports Coaching
- PG Diploma in Fitness Management
- PG Diploma in Strength & Sports Conditioning
- PG Diploma in Yoga Education
- Ph.D. in Physical Education, Yoga & Interdisciplinary Studies