CHENNAI – 15 Nov, 2026 SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Kattankulathur, in association with the Physical Education Foundation of India (PEFI), Tamil Nadu State Chapter, successfully organised a One-Day National Workshop on “Anti-Doping in Sports” on 14 November 2026 at the Padma Bhushan Major Dhyan Chand Indoor Stadium, SRMIST. More than 400 participants, including athletes, coaches, physical education professionals, research scholars and students, attended the programme.
The workshop featured eminent experts, including Dr. A. Myilvahanan Joint Chief Executive Officer and Special Officer – Mission Olympics 2036, SDAT; Dr. Kiran Kumar Kulkarni, Sports Medicine Expert; and Dr. Dharmesh Kubendiran, Sports Biomechanics and Kinesiology Expert. They shared valuable insights on anti-doping regulations, sports medicine and ethical sporting practices.
During his address, Dr. A. Myilvahanan proposed the establishment of a dedicated Anti-Doping Centre at Tamil Nadu, highlighting the importance of creating awareness, providing education and promoting research on anti-doping practices. Responding to the proposal, the SRMIST authorities expressed their willingness to collaborate and extend their support towards establishing the Anti-Doping Centre at the university, marking a significant step towards strengthening clean sports initiatives.
On this occasion, PEFI, Tamil Nadu State Chapter, presented a Certificate of Appreciation to SRMIST in recognition of its valuable support and successful collaboration in organising the workshop on “Anti-Doping in Sports”. The certificate was received by Prof. C. Muthamizhchelvan, Vice-Chancellor and Dr. R. Mohanakrishnan, Director-Sports, SRMIST.
The programme reaffirmed SRMIST's commitment to promoting clean sports, fair play, anti-doping awareness and sporting excellence, while opening up opportunities for future collaboration in anti-doping education and research.
Photo Details:Prof. C. Muthamizhchelvan, Vice-Chancellor; Dr. R. Mohanakrishnan, Director-Sports, SRMIST; Dr. A. Myilvahanan; Dr. Piyush Jain,Secretary PEFI; and Dr. D. Prasanna Balaji, Secretary, PEFI TN State Chapter, and Faculty members during the National Workshop on “Anti-Doping in Sports” held at SRMIST, Kattankulathur, on 14 November 2026