STAIRS Foundation: Empowering Youth Through Sports

Initiative aimed at strengthening India's road to Olympics launched

A multi-year, systematic and synchronised programme for grassroots sports development and strengthening India's road to the Olympics has been launched. The Delhi-based Society for Transformation, Inclusion, and Recognition through Sports (STAIRS) launched its latest initiative 'One India One Goal' on Saturday with Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Pratima Bhoumik unveiling the logo and merchandise of the initiative.

STAIRS Founder Siddhartha Upadhyay with Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi

Conferred Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar-2016 by the President of India for Identification and Nurturing of Young Talent

Receiving the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar at the National Sports Awards 2016, Presented by Hon'ble President of India Shri Pranab Mukherjee

Siddhartha Upadhyay with Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Hon'ble Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Shri Vijay Goel

At the President House ( Rashtrapati Bhavan ) with Hon'ble President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee and Hon'ble Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Shri Vijay Goel

STAIRS Founder Siddhartha Upadhyay with Hon'ble Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Shri Vijay Goel

With Shri Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament and Former Minister of State and Shri K. T. S Tulsi, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha

Receiving FICCI Recognition Award for Developing Football the Grassroots Level

With Hon'ble Union Minister of Social Justice & Empowerment, Km. Pratima Bhoumik Ji, at the launch of One India One Goal Launch

Launch Ceremony of One India One Goal Program

With Mr Sanath Jayasuriya, Former Sri Lankan Cricketer and Captain

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ABOUT STAIRS

SOCIETY FOR TRANSFORMATION, INCLUSION AND RECOGNITION THROUGH SPORTS (STAIRS)

The Society for Transformation, Inclusion and Recognition through Sports (STAIRS) is a National Sports Promotion Organisation at the forefront of grassroots sports and youth development. Recognised with the Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar by the Hon’ble President of India for its efforts in identifying and nurturing young talent in the country, STAIRS has remained committed to empowering India's youth through the transformative power of sports since its establishment in 2000. Our core belief is centred on ensuring that every child has the opportunity to play, learn, and thrive. By integrating sports with education, health, and skill development programs, our goal is to unleash the boundless potential of children across India.

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The Society for Transformation, Inclusion and Recognition through Sports (STAIRS) is a National Sports Promotion Organisation at the forefront of grassroots sports and youth development.

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The STAIRS Core Team comprises dedicated individuals committed to empowering youth through sports and education. With a shared vision of fostering holistic development, each member brings unique expertise and passion to the table.

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STAIRS is proud to receive the prestigious Excellence in Youth Development Award, recognizing our commitment to empowering young minds. This honor highlights our dedication to fostering leadership, skill development, and social inclusion among youth.

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STAIRS is committed to empowering youth through sports and education. Our core documents outline our mission to foster holistic development, providing opportunities for underprivileged youth to thrive.

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I wish there were initiatives like these in our days. Trust the structure and the organization to help you do your best and come out with flying colors.

Padma Shri Satpal Singh

Deputy Director of Education, Delhi

I have learnt that STAIRS is doing a great work in the development of sports in the country and SSFL is one of the biggest and the most promising talent spotting and training platforms in India. There is no dearth of talent, as was evident in today’s tr...read more

Dr. Jasper Wieck

Deputy Ambassador of the German Embassy New Delhi and Head of the Department for Economic and Global Affairs

It's a great initiative by Stairs. I am overwhelmed to see such great participation. We promise all possible support to this initiative.

Shri Ajit M Sharan

Former Secretary (Sports)Ministry of Youth Affairs and SportsGovernment of India

We had a great engagement with SSFL players and coaches at the joint training camp. I am impressed with the grassroots football talent in India and look forward to having such camps and larger association with STAIRS in future.

Mr. Markus Weidner

The German Football Associations (DFB)Director for Coaching and International Relations

The movement that team Stairs has started is appreciable. It is engaging hundreds of young children and is positively channelizing their energy. At the same time, it has also become a platform for young footballers to showcase their talent.

Shri Bhim Sain Bassi

Ex Commissioner of Police, Delhi

Initiative like these can change the fate of football in our country. I feel more corporate should come forward and support this initiative.

Shri RK Jain

Group President (Corp. F & A), Uflex Ltd

STAIRS is providing a golden opportunity to the young footballers in the country, and with the initiatives like STAIRS School Football, we will be able to take Indian football to great heights.

Shri Vijay Goel

Minister of State, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India

I am glad to see so many youngsters from my constituency getting an opportunity to exercise their right to play and a chance for budding footballers to showcase their talent. I wish the programme will scale and engage more children in future.

Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi

Member of Parliament,Lok Shabha

We are going to change the life of children who are talented and can show their worth while playing in SSFL. We’ll leave no stone unturned to nurture a promising footballer from this league.

Shri Anantshree Chaturvedi

Director, Uflex, New York

With these initiatives, India’s participation is guaranteed in the World Cup-if not in 2018, then definitely the next.

His Excellency Michael Steiner

German Ambassador to India

I have not seen this kind of thing in Sri Lanka. It is a good thing that apart from cricket, other sports are also getting importance and India is bringing other sports to a higher level.

Mr. Sanath Jayasuriya

Former Sri Lankan Cricketer and Captain

We believe that without sports, the personality development of a child would be incomplete. Our association with SSFL will help providing a complete personality package to the children.

Shri Ashok Chaturvedi

Chairman and Managing Director Uflex Ltd

STAIRS is doing appreciable work and its engagement with so many children at the grassroots is commendable. I believe these children will bring glory to the country and grow up to be responsible citizens.

Shri Rajiv Yadav

Secretary, Sports , Ministry of Sports & Youth Affairs .Government of India

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