33 Sexual Harassment Complaints Against SAI Personnel Revealed by Sports Ministry

• Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya disclosed 33 sexual harassment complaints against Sports Authority of India (SAI) personnel over the last decade.
• Eight complaints are against administrative staff, while 25 are against SAI coaches; no complaints against sports ministry officials.
• Two coaches were terminated and six suspended due to these complaints; six cases resulted in minor punishments.
• Most cases against administrative staff were closed without penalty, with one involving withholding of gratuity.
• POSH Act, 2013, applies to all NSFs recognized by the sports ministry, and Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs) have been formed.

Key Questions Answered

What steps will SAI take to prevent future harassment?

The provided sources do not detail specific future steps SAI will take to prevent harassment.

How will these complaints impact sports administration?

Complaints of sexual harassment against SAI personnel have led to the termination of two coaches' contracts. The Sports Ministry revealed 33 such complaints over the last decade.

Will more coaches face termination for such acts?

It is not possible to determine if more coaches will face termination based on the provided information.