Our Legacy and Vision
🎓 Student Development Initiatives
- Partner with schools and colleges to integrate carrom into physical education programs.
- Facilitate youth and inter-institutional competitions to encourage participation.
- Award scholarships and recognition to outstanding student performers.
🏛 District Associations
- Establish and strengthen local governing bodies to regulate carrom activities.
- Ensure uniform standards, regular coaching, and inter-district tournaments.
- Promote grassroots talent identification and inclusive participation across communities.
🤝 Corporate Partnerships
- Engage businesses through sponsorships and corporate leagues.
- Promote team building and brand visibility via carrom events.
- Encourage employee and community engagement through recreational and competitive formats.
🥇 Competitive Match Categories
TNCA hosts events across multiple levels, including:
- Grassroots age-group contests.
- College championships.
- Tamil Nadu Open / Invitational Carrom Competitions (community-recognised).
- Elite invitational meets.
All competitions are conducted with transparent selection processes and fair play standards.
🌟 Future Vision Statement
TNCA seeks to empower carrom in Tamil Nadu through a transformative roadmap aligned with the National Sports Policy and global leadership frameworks. While supporting government initiatives indirectly, TNCA aspires to contribute to India’s sporting landscape across multiple dimensions:
🔹 Global Excellence & Athlete Pathways
- Develop structured pathways from grassroots to elite-level competition.
- Advance sports science, coaching, and high-performance systems.
- Uphold excellence in governance and ethical standards.
🔹 Sports-Driven Economic Growth
- Catalyze growth in sports tourism, gear manufacturing, and allied entrepreneurship.
- Foster innovation through dynamic public-private partnerships.
🔹 Social Inclusion & Indigenous Revival
- Champion access and equity for women, tribal groups, and persons with disabilities.
- Revive and celebrate indigenous games like carrom as tools of empowerment.
- Promote dual-career models to position sports as a sustainable livelihood.
🔹 Mass Participation & Infrastructure Expansion
- Launch inclusive campaigns that celebrate participation across age and skill levels.
- Establish universal access to safe, modern, and inclusive sports infrastructure.
🔹 Education Integration
- Embed sports seamlessly into formal school curricula.
- Equip educators to champion sports excellence and youth motivation.
🤝 Call to Action
By collaborating with district bodies, educational institutions, corporate partners, and community organizations, TNCA is charting a new era for carrom in Tamil Nadu. We invite players, coaches, administrators, sponsors, and supporters to help grow the sport and enrich lives across the state.
Opportunities in Govt Appointments:
Who excel in Carrom are likely to get opportunities in Govt appointments in future Once Carrom is recognized in Myas.
Disengage from mobile use
Continuous gaming can help get away from mobile and digital devices and engage in more direct and healthy activities.
Social interaction
Carrom is a social game that encourages to interact, interact and form friendships.
Patience and Discipline
This game teaches patience and the importance of being methodical
Stress relief
Playing carrom can be a great way for kids to relax, reduce stress, and improve mental health
Emotional development
Playing carrom requires focus and strategic thinking, which can help improve children's emotional intelligence
Problem-solving skills
Playing carrom improves children's problem-solving skills. Planning to hit multiple dice and move toward success improves children's problem-solving skills
Adaptation Skills Needed
The game gives better training to deal with unexpected situations and change plans. This will help improve children's adaptability
Students Program
Student Program Teams – District-Level Mandate
Every district is encouraged to establish a dedicated Student Program Team under the Tamil Nadu Carrom Association (TNCA). These teams will prioritize carrom promotion, youth engagement, and grassroots development, functioning as supportive platforms for schools and communities.
🏆 CM Trophy – Carrom
The Chief Minister’s Trophy (CM Trophy) – Carrom is conducted under the aegis of the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and is among the most prestigious government-backed sporting events in the state.
TNCA aligns its initiatives with the CM Trophy framework, supporting talent identification and youth participation across districts. While TNCA is not yet formally recognised by SDAT or the Government of Tamil Nadu, it is actively working toward such recognition.
The CM Trophy serves as a platform to:
- Identify and nurture carrom talent from every district.
- Promote discipline, focus, and community pride through sport.
- Showcase carrom as an inclusive and developmental activity.
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Key Responsibilities of District Student Program Teams
📊 Compile & Maintain School Database
- Create a comprehensive list of government and private schools and their student populations.
- Update this list quarterly to include new institutions.
📣 Awareness & Outreach
- Deliver presentations, demonstration matches, and introductory workshops at targeted schools.
- Distribute brochures and digital materials on carrom’s benefits and available government sports schemes.
🏅 Talent Identification & Registration
- Select and register new players for the Tamil Nadu Carrom Talent Registry (community-recognised).
- Coordinate trial sessions and maintain detailed performance records.
🎓 Student Training Programs
- Design age- and skill-appropriate training modules covering fundamentals, tactics, and match readiness.
- Engage certified coaches for regular practice sessions and progress tracking.
🏟 Facilities Coordination
- Liaise with the District Sports and Development Authority (SDAT) to secure courts, equipment, and venue bookings.
- Ensure safe, accessible practice and competition facilities for students.
🌐 Digital & Social Media Engagement
- Manage district-level social media channels to highlight events, player milestones, and global carrom news.
- Publish weekly updates to keep the community engaged and informed.
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District Carrom Association
District Carrom Associations – Legal Framework
Mission Statement
The Tamil Nadu Carrom Association (TNCA) affirms its mission to promote widespread awareness of carrom among players and institutions, thereby enabling participants to access and utilize sports benefits available under state and central government schemes.
Independent Executive Committees
Each district shall establish an Independent Executive Committee functioning under the umbrella of TNCA. These committees shall be autonomous in their operations while adhering to TNCA’s standards, policies, and applicable government regulations.
Powers and Responsibilities
The District Executive Committee shall have the following legally mandated functions:
Tournament Regulation
- Organize and regulate carrom competitions within the district.
- Ensure compliance with TNCA guidelines and fair play principles.
Referee Certification and Oversight
- Certify, appoint, and supervise referees to guarantee impartiality and consistency.
- Maintain a registry of qualified referees and enforce disciplinary standards.
Coach Accreditation and Development
- Accredit and monitor coaches to ensure adherence to TNCA’s training framework.
- Facilitate continuous professional development for coaches to achieve high-performance standards.
Policy Enforcement and Liaison
- Implement TNCA policies at the district level.
- Liaise with relevant government agencies and sports authorities for coordination and compliance.
- Uphold professionalism, transparency, and accountability in all district activities.
Legal Standing
- District Carrom Associations are affiliated bodies of TNCA, empowered to act within the scope of TNCA’s constitution and bylaws.
- These committees shall not claim independent state-level authority but shall function as community-recognised entities aligned with TNCA’s mission.
- All actions must conform to applicable laws, TNCA’s governing framework, and directions issued by competent authorities.
Office Bearers – Tamil Nadu Carrom Association (TNCA)
Reg. No: 175/2023
The governance of the Tamil Nadu Carrom Association (TNCA) shall be vested in its duly elected and appointed Office Bearers. These individuals are entrusted with responsibilities in accordance with TNCA’s Constitution and Bylaws and shall act within the scope of TNCA’s objectives and applicable laws.
Executive Committee
President
Mr. Praveen Kumar Dammu
Certificate in Sports Psychology & Mental Training
- Provides overall leadership and strategic direction.
- Presides over meetings and represents TNCA in official capacities.
Vice President
Mr. L. Thirumalai Vasan
- Assists the President in governance and assumes duties in the President’s absence.
General Secretary
- Responsible for administration, correspondence, and record-keeping.
- Ensures compliance with TNCA policies and legal requirements.
Advisor
Mr. J. H. Martin
Retired Assistant Manager, Air India
- Provides guidance and advisory support to the Executive Committee.
Joint Secretary
Mrs. G. Sheela, M.Sc.
- Supports the General Secretary in administrative functions.
- Coordinates district-level and program-related activities
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Program Executives
Technical Coaches and volunteers
- Oversees technical training, coaching standards, and player development.
- Ensures adherence to TNCA’s coaching framework.
Student Program Executive and volunteers
- Manages student development initiatives in collaboration with schools and colleges.
- Coordinates youth competitions and training modules.
Corporate Program Executive
Mr. S. Prasanth, M.A.
- Leads corporate engagement programs, sponsorships, and workplace carrom initiatives.
- Promotes employee wellness and organizational participation through carrom.
Legal Safeguards
- All Office Bearers act in a fiduciary capacity for TNCA and are accountable to its members.
- Their authority is limited to TNCA’s internal governance framework and does not extend to statutory or government powers.
- Decisions must comply with TNCA’s Constitution, Bylaws, and applicable laws of Tamil Nadu.
- Office Bearers shall not claim or imply government recognition unless formally granted by competent authorities.
Corporate Program
Corporate Program – Legal Framework
Purpose
The Tamil Nadu Carrom Association (TNCA) Corporate Program is designed to integrate carrom into workplace settings as a voluntary wellness and engagement initiative. The program provides organizations with structured opportunities to promote employee well‑being, teamwork, and cultural enrichment through recreational and competitive carrom activities.
Objectives
Teamwork & Communication
- Encourage authentic teamwork by fostering open communication, trust, and shared goals.
Strategic Development
- Enhance strategic thinking through planning moves, anticipating outcomes, and adapting under pressure.
Wellness & Stress Relief
- Provide a screen‑free mental reset that restores focus, relieves stress, and reduces burnout.
- Align with corporate wellness targets by promoting mental health and work‑life balance.
Cultural Integration
- Reinforce cultural heritage in an inclusive setting that unites diverse teams.
Employee Engagement
- Deliver measurable benefits in employee engagement with minimal setup and ongoing costs.
- Reveal hidden talents and leadership traits through healthy, friendly competition.
Corporate Visibility
- Offer opportunities for brand visibility and networking through TNCA‑organized corporate leagues and events.
- Participation shall be recognised as a community‑based initiative, not as government‑sanctioned endorsement.
Legal Safeguards
- TNCA’s Corporate Program is a voluntary initiative; participation does not confer government recognition or statutory benefits.
- All activities are conducted under TNCA’s internal framework and are community‑recognised only.
- Organizations engaging in the program shall comply with workplace safety, employee welfare, and applicable labour laws.
- TNCA shall not be liable for claims beyond the scope of its program guidelines.
Corporate Program – Legal Framework
Purpose
The Tamil Nadu Carrom Association (TNCA) Corporate Program is designed to integrate carrom into workplace settings as a voluntary wellness and engagement initiative. The program provides organizations with structured opportunities to promote employee well‑being, teamwork, and cultural enrichment through recreational and competitive carrom activities.
Objectives
Teamwork & Communication
- Encourage authentic teamwork by fostering open communication, trust, and shared goals.
Strategic Development
- Enhance strategic thinking through planning moves, anticipating outcomes, and adapting under pressure.
Wellness & Stress Relief
- Provide a screen‑free mental reset that restores focus, relieves stress, and reduces burnout.
- Align with corporate wellness targets by promoting mental health and work‑life balance.
Cultural Integration
- Reinforce cultural heritage in an inclusive setting that unites diverse teams.
Employee Engagement
- Deliver measurable benefits in employee engagement with minimal setup and ongoing costs.
- Reveal hidden talents and leadership traits through healthy, friendly competition.
Corporate Visibility
- Offer opportunities for brand visibility and networking through TNCA‑organized corporate leagues and events.
- Participation shall be recognised as a community‑based initiative, not as government‑sanctioned endorsement.
Legal Safeguards
- TNCA’s Corporate Program is a voluntary initiative; participation does not confer government recognition or statutory benefits.
- All activities are conducted under TNCA’s internal framework and are community‑recognised only.
- Organizations engaging in the program shall comply with workplace safety, employee welfare, and applicable labour laws.
- TNCA shall not be liable for claims beyond the scope of its program guidelines.
Registered District Associations
Chengalpattu District Carrom Association
Mr.P.S Varadarajan,President
The District Carrom Association Kanchipuram
Mr.N.Velmurugan,President
Salem District Carrom Association
Mr. A Anbarasu,President
District Participation Network Across Tamil Nadu
Players
Volunteers
Organizers
Referees
Coaches
Event Coordinators
"Participation Network Members function at district level in coordination with TNCA State Body"
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