India, May 1 -- Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 1 (ANI) The All India Pickleball Association (AIPA) strongly opposes the Sports Ministry's decision to grant National Sports Federation (NSF) status to the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA), as communicated in a letter dated April 25, as per the AIPA press release.

AIPA, the pioneering body responsible for introducing and nurturing Pickleball in India since 2007-08, expresses deep disappointment over the Ministry's decision, which disregards nearly two decades of their tireless efforts dedicated to the sport's growth, development, and promotion across the country.

"We introduced Pickleball to India, built its grassroots network, trained thousands of players, and put India on the intern...