Recognition and Affiliation of the Indian Gilli Danda Federation (IGDF)
The Indian Gilli Danda Federation (IGDF) is dedicated to the promotion, development, and preservation of Gilli Danda, a traditional Indian sport, as an intangible cultural heritage of India. The federation has been actively working to organize tournaments, set standardized rules, and create a structured framework for the sport at national and international levels.
To further its mission, IGDF has established formal recognition and affiliation with key sports organizations in India and abroad. These affiliations strengthen IGDF’s credibility, expand its outreach, and help in gaining institutional support for the growth of Gilli Danda.
1) Association for National Sports Federations (ANSF)
The Association for National Sports Federations (ANSF) is a governing body that oversees and supports various national sports federations in India. IGDF’s recognition by ANSF enables it to work alongside other sports bodies in India, gaining legitimacy and access to various resources, training programs, and official sporting events. This recognition also helps in promoting Gilli Danda as a structured sport in the national sports ecosystem.
2) Traditional Sports and Games Federation India (TSGFI)
The Traditional Sports and Games Federation India (TSGFI) is a national-level organization committed to the preservation and promotion of indigenous and traditional games across the country. IGDF’s affiliation with TSGFI ensures that Gilli Danda is acknowledged as a traditional sport of national significance, facilitating its inclusion in cultural and sporting events, and providing opportunities for funding and support for grassroots-level development.
3) Asian Gilli Danda Federation (AGDF)
The Asian Gilli Danda Federation (AGDF) is responsible for coordinating Gilli Danda activities across different countries in Asia, ensuring uniformity in rules, regulations, and competitions. IGDF’s affiliation with AGDF allows Indian players to participate in continental tournaments and championships, fostering international exposure and competitive excellence. This affiliation also strengthens diplomatic sports relations among Asian countries.
4) Gilli-Danda International Federation (GDIF)
The Gilli-Danda International Federation (GDIF) serves as the global governing body for the sport, working to promote and organize Gilli Danda at an international level. As an affiliated member, IGDF plays a key role in shaping global policies for the sport, contributing to international tournaments, world championships, and rule standardization. This affiliation enhances India’s leadership in promoting Gilli Danda worldwide, ensuring its recognition as a global sport.
Conclusion
These strategic affiliations and recognitions mark a significant milestone for IGDF in its mission to revive, regulate, and expand the reach of Gilli Danda at national and international levels. Through collaboration with these organizations, IGDF continues to work towards making Gilli Danda a widely played and officially recognized sport in India and beyond.