Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Launches KYM App to Combat Doping in Sports
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | KYM (Know Your Medicine) app launch by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya |
| Initiative Led By | Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya |
| Purpose | Strengthen anti-doping efforts in sports; promote fair play and integrity |
| KYM App Functionality | - Allows users to verify if medicines contain WADA-prohibited substances |
| Key Features | - Image and Audio Search: Enables image and audio-based queries - Sport-Specific Information |
| NADA's Mission | - Raise anti-doping awareness - Educate athletes to avoid accidental doping |
| Benefits for Athletes | - Direct access to critical anti-doping information - Reduces risk of inadvertent doping |