5. Functions of the Institute

The functions of the Institute shall be—

to advise the Minister on any matter pertaining to the scientific aspects of the performance of athletes;

to formulate, recommend and review scientific methods and measures that enhance the performance of athletes;

to collaborate with any Government entity, public or private higher educational institution, sports body or any organization in programmes to identify potential athletes to achieve excellence in sports;

to provide scientific, advisory, consultancy and related services in sports science and sports medicine;

to establish and maintain liaison and cooperation with any person, body or organization involved in the development of sports science and sports medicine, within and outside

to provide and conduct the necessary medical examination and treatment of sportspersons;

to be the information, resource and reference centre for sports science and sports medicine;

to gather, manage and disseminate information and maintain records of all relevant matters relating to the scientific aspects of the performance of athletes;

to carry out and coordinate research, development and innovation activities in the field of sports science, sports medicine and other related fields as it deems necessary;

to do such other things as it deems fit to enable it to perform its functions effectively or which are incidental to the performance of its functions.