New Delhi, Dec 12 The National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL), New Delhi has received approval from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) to manage the Athlete Biological Passport (ABP). The approval was granted on December 6, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports informed in a release on Thursday.
The NDTL will be a WADA-approved Athlete Passport Management Unit (APMU) in the region to monitor Athlete Biological Passport and can integrate the ABP into the larger framework of a robust anti-doping programme.
The Athlete Biological Passport (ABP) is an advanced anti-doping tool that monitors an athlete's biological markers over time.
"This milestone marks a significant achievement for India in advancing its anti-doping initiatives. Now, India is part of a group of 17 APMUs approved by WADA worldwide. India’s APMU would serve the country as well as the anti-doping organisations of neighbouring countries," the Ministry informed in a statement issued through the Press Information Bureau.
"It is a matter of great pride for India and the NDTL, New Delhi. This recognition will open new pathways and strengthen NDTL's credibility as a key player in the world for the fight against doping," it said.
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