Sanjeev Sharma

Senior Sports Administration professional and former international athlete with 30+ years of experience in sports administration, institutional management, coaching, athlete development, and government sports programs. Served as a Director with the Sports Authority of India (SAI), managing administrative operations, sports facilities, regional centers, coaching programs, and government sports initiatives. Extensive experience working with national sports institutions, athletes, coaches, educational organizations, and government stakeholders.

International-level representation in Handball, combined with a strong background in Basketball, athlete mentoring, sports development, and institutional leadership.

Sports Consultant - TIDA SPORTS - Mohali, Punjab

(2025)

• Provided strategic guidance on sports management, organizational planning, and operational development.
• Advised on sports programs, athlete development initiatives, and organizational strategies.
• Mentored young and developing athletes through technical guidance, coaching, and performance-oriented support.
• Supported the development and implementation of effective sports administration and training practices.

Director - SPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA (SAI) - Various Locations

(1989 - 2022-01)

• Held senior administrative leadership responsibilities across major SAI establishments, including National Institute of Sports (NIS), Patiala; Regional Centres in Chandigarh, Sonepat, Bhopal and Zirakpur; and SAI Headquarters at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi.
• Directed and coordinated administrative operations, institutional activities, sports facilities, and regional programs.
• Managed administrative requirements relating to national sports coaches and athletes.
• Supported implementation of Government of India sports programs and institutional initiatives.
• Coordinated with senior officials, coaches, athletes, administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure effective execution of sports programs.
• Contributed to strategic planning, operational management, and policy implementation within the sports administration framework.
• Participated in national-level sports administration seminars, leadership programs, policy discussions, and professional workshops.
• Provided administrative and organizational support for the development and promotion of high-performance sports programs.
• Managed diverse responsibilities requiring leadership, decision-making, coordination, and operational oversight across multiple locations.

Teacher / Assistant House Master / Basketball Coach - THE PUNJAB PUBLIC SCHOOL (PPS) - Nabha, Punjab

(1987 - 1989)

• Taught History and Geography to secondary-level students.
• Served as Assistant House Master, overseeing hostel administration, student welfare, discipline, and day-to-day residential operations.
• Served as Head Coach of the Basketball Team, guiding student-athletes in training, competition preparation, and team development.
• Led school teams to success in various inter-school tournaments and sporting competitions.
• Organized and supervised outdoor leadership and adventure activities for students.
• Led student trekking expeditions in Himachal Pradesh, promoting teamwork, leadership, discipline, and outdoor skills.

Master of Arts (M.A.) - Geography - Panjab University, Chandigarh

Master of Arts (M.A.) - History - Panjab University, Chandigarh

Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Hons.) - Geography - DAV College, Chandigarh

Secondary School Education - DAV School, Sector 8, Chandigarh