Summary
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) says India is the largest producer of illegal performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) in the world. WADA is working with Indian police to stop the production and supply of these drugs to protect athletes and society.
Key Facts
- India is the biggest producer of illegal performance-enhancing drugs globally.
- WADA is collaborating with India’s Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to stop the supply chain of PEDs.
- Since 2022, WADA’s intelligence network has helped shut down 88 illegal labs and seized almost 90 tonnes of PEDs worldwide.
- WADA focuses on targeting criminal networks and suppliers, not just testing athletes.
- India leads the world in the number of athletes testing positive for doping for three years in a row.
- In 2024, India’s National Anti-Doping Agency tested 7,113 samples, with 260 positive results.
- WADA says doping issues will not prevent India from hosting major sports events like the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
- WADA emphasizes the importance of strong legal systems and investigations to tackle doping effectively.
