In a significant development for global law enforcement sports initiatives, Capt. Sumit Yadav has been appointed as an Ad-Hoc Committee Member of the Commonwealth Police Sports Union (CPSU) and a Governing Body Member of the Police & Fire Games Board of India.
This prestigious appointment brings Capt. Yadav into an elite circle of senior police officials from Commonwealth nations, who have also joined the Head of Department (HOD) Committee of the CPSU. The committee consists of top-ranking officers from across the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and other Commonwealth countries, reflecting a unified effort to promote police sports and fitness on a global scale.
Global Collaboration for Police Sports
The Commonwealth Police Sports Union (CPSU) plays a crucial role in enhancing sportsmanship, fitness, and teamwork among police personnel worldwide. It organizes international sporting events, promotes cross-border collaboration, and encourages officers to maintain peak physical and mental health.
Capt. Sumit Yadav’s inclusion in the committee further strengthens India’s role in shaping international police sports policies and fostering global camaraderie among law enforcement officers.
Esteemed Committee Members
Capt. Sumit Yadav joins a distinguished panel of Indian and international law enforcement officials, including:
From India:
- Sh. Vinod Mall (IPS 1986) – President of the Police & Fire Games Board of India, Former DGP Gujarat
- Sh. Sunil Kumar – General Secretary of the Board
- Sh. Somesh Goyal (IPS 1984) – Former DGP Himachal Pradesh
- Sh. Sunil Mall (IRS 1992)
- Sh. R Venkateswaran (IAS 1990) – Rajasthan
- Sh. Gyanendra Singh Malik (IPS 1993) – Commissioner of Police, Ahmedabad
- Sh. Alok Pateria (IPS 1986) – Former DGP CISF
- Sh. Bhupender Singh Yadav (IPS 1986) – Former DGP Rajasthan
- Sh. Rajendra Prasad Sharma (IPS 1986) – Former DGP Odisha
- Sh. Ram Pravesh Thakur (IPS 1986) – Former DGP Andhra Pradesh
- Sh. R. Chandranathan (IPS 1986) – Former DGP Meghalaya
- Sh. Sanjay Kundu (IPS 1989) – Former DGP Himachal Pradesh
- Sh. Umesh Mishra (IPS 1989) – Former DGP Rajasthan
- Sh. Sunil Kumar Singh (IPS 1988) – Former DGP Tamil Nadu
From Commonwealth Countries:
- Senior Police Officers from the United Kingdom
- Top Law Enforcement Officials from Canada
- High-Ranking Officers from Australia and New Zealand
- Police Chiefs from South Africa and Other Commonwealth Nations
Strengthening International Police Sports Initiatives
With this appointment, Capt. Sumit Yadav aims to promote international police sports, develop new fitness programs, and foster global cooperation among law enforcement agencies. His focus will be on organizing international police sports events, facilitating knowledge exchange, and strengthening India’s presence in global police athletic forums.
Expressing his gratitude, Capt. Yadav said: “It is a great honor to join the Commonwealth Police Sports Union and collaborate with senior police officials from across the Commonwealth. Sports play a vital role in enhancing discipline, teamwork, and physical fitness among law enforcement officers. I look forward to working with my colleagues worldwide to promote sports excellence in police forces.”
About the Commonwealth Police Sports Union (CPSU)
The Commonwealth Police Sports Union (CPSU) is an international organization dedicated to promoting fitness, discipline, and teamwork through sports among law enforcement personnel across Commonwealth nations. By organizing sporting events and fostering international cooperation, CPSU helps police officers stay physically and mentally prepared for their duties.
A Milestone for India in Global Police Sports
Capt. Sumit Yadav’s appointment marks a major milestone for India in global police sports leadership. His active role in CPSU and the Police & Fire Games Board of India is expected to bring new sporting initiatives, international training programs, and enhanced collaboration between Indian and Commonwealth law enforcement agencies.
This achievement not only highlights India’s growing influence in global police sports but also strengthens the nation’s commitment to fostering fitness, sportsmanship, and international unity within law enforcement communities worldwide.
Meet Sumit Yadav, a multi commercial pilot licensed by ICAO and FAA, and a MSC IT post-graduate. In addition to his professional piloting experience, Sumit has also held a number of influential roles in various organizations and committees. Some of his responsibilities include serving as an observer for the Russian Parliament Elections, an advisor for the Indian Institute of Governance and Leadership, the Head of Diplomatic Relations for the Confederation of Young Leaders, and a consultant for the BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry. He has also been recognized for his contributions with a number of honors and awards, including the Political Analyst of the Year at the UK Parliament, the Global Peace and Youth Ambassador Award from the Regional Alliance for Fostering Youth, and the National Youth Icon Award from the International Youth Committee.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Observer: Russian Parliament Elections were held in Russia in September 2021.
- Advisor: Indian Institute of Governance and Leadership (IIGL).
- Head of Diplomatic Relations: Confederation of Young Leaders (CYL).
- Consultant: BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BRICS).
- Member of Steering Committee: BRICS CCI Young Leaders.
- Youth Assembly Member to represent India at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
- Representative of India to the Secretary General, World Sports Alliance (UNESCO).
- Executive Director of Physical Education and Sports Council of India, Member of the International Physical Education Federation
- (FIEP) recognized by the International Olympic Committee.
- Advisor: Northern India chapter of World Humanity Commission (WHC System).
- Vice Chairman of India Chapter, Universal Peace Federation.
- Country Coordinator, India Global Peace Institute (GPI CIC), London, UK.
- Representative of India at the Youth Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Indonesia, an UN-recognized youth initiative.
- Vice President of the Association of Sports Kickboxing India.
- International diplomatic club ( Amicability ) Russia
- Vice President of Roots of Happiness Foundation, Haryana, India.
HONORS AND AWARDS:
- Political Analyst of the Year at UK Parliament, House of Commons, London, May 2021.
- Universal Peace Ambassador by Mr. Robin Marsh, UK Secretary General, Universal Peace Federation, May 2021.
- Youth lcon Award by Geneva School of Diplomacy and International Relations, Switzerland, awarded by Sports and Economic Minister of Switzerland, Hon`ble Louis Phillipe.
- Global Peace and Youth Ambassador Award by Regional Alliance for Foster-ing Youth (RAFY) in partnership with Ministry of Youth, Government of Maldives.
- National Youth loon Award by IYC (International Youth Committee), India.
- Nobel Peace Award by Project 100 at the Constitution Club of India, New Delhi
