New President Nawaz Meeran Discusses Plans to Develop Football in Kerala
In a recent statement, Nawaz Meeran, a prominent businessman and sports organizer, shared his vision for the future of football in Kerala as the newly elected president of the Kerala Football Association (KFA). Meeran emphasized the potential of the new governing body to nurture and produce the best football players in the state. The KFA has outlined comprehensive development plans for the next four years, aiming to elevate the standard of the sport in Kerala.
Intensive Competitions and Increased Infrastructure
With over 1.4 lakh registered players in the All India Football Federation (AIFF), including 44,000 players from Kerala, Meeran acknowledges that there is no shortage of talent in the state. However, he believes that concerted efforts are needed to identify and develop the most promising players. The KFA plans to enhance infrastructure, increase the number of skilled coaches and referees, and select ten teams comprising the best players from different age groups.
In order to provide ample opportunities for competition, the KFA will organize a staggering 2,100 games, with each team playing 24 matches in a home and away format. The competitions are set to kick off in October, fostering healthy competition and encouraging skill development amongst players.
Supporting Professional Players and Expanding Academies
Meeran understands the importance of supporting players who have represented the country in international competitions. Efforts will be made to address any obstacles they may face, while also considering alternative pathways to success such as football academies, as opposed to solely relying on government jobs. Currently, a significant number of professional players in the Indian Super League (ISL) hail from other states. The KFA aims to produce at least 200 professional players from Kerala who earn an annual income exceeding 1 crore.
Investing in Football-Specific Infrastructure
In Kerala, most stadiums cater to various sports, posing challenges for the optimal enjoyment of football. Recognizing this issue, Meeran highlights the need to develop at least eight stadiums exclusively for football. To achieve this, proposals will be submitted to the government to explore the possibility of acquiring suitable land from schools, private clubs, and academies. Additionally, efforts will be made to foster public-private partnerships to support the eight teams participating in the Kerala Super League, providing them with dedicated home grounds.
Enhancing Technical Facilities and Talent Development
Meeran believes that incorporating more technical facilities, such as video analysis, will greatly benefit the assessment and improvement of players. By utilizing video evaluations, coaches can pinpoint weaknesses and areas for growth in each player’s game. The KFA aims to train high-quality coaches and referees and develop tailored training programs to ensure their continuous professional development. The ultimate goal is to elevate more football clubs from Kerala to the mainstream.
Unopposed Election and Key Appointments
The election for the presidency of the KFA saw Nawaz Meeran elected unopposed, attesting to the confidence the football community has in his leadership. Other notable appointments within the KFA include P. Poulos, Davis Mookan, M. Sivakumaran, M. Muhammad Salim, P. Haridas, VP Pavithran as vice presidents, and several executive committee members.
As the KFA embarks on its ambitious journey to develop football in Kerala, the newly elected president, Nawaz Meeran, has taken on the responsibility of steering the association towards achieving its long-term goals. Under his guidance, the KFA aims to create a thriving football ecosystem in the state and establish Kerala as a powerhouse of football talent.
English Summary: Newly elected KFA President Nawaz Meeran discusses the association’s plans to develop football in Kerala, including increasing infrastructure, producing professional players, and improving technical facilities.
Kochi – Prominent businessman and sports organizer Nawaz Meeran, who was elected as the president of the Kerala Football Association (KFA), said that the efforts of the new governing body can produce the best football players from the state. It explained KFA’s comprehensive development plans for the next 4 years.
2100 games
1.4 lakh players are registered with the All India Football Federation (AIFF). 44000 of them are from Kerala. There is no shortage of players. Care should be taken to develop the best players. As part of that, it aims to increase infrastructure and increase the number of good coaches and referees. 5 registered and unregistered teams each from 7 regions will be selected for home and away matches. The arrangement will mean that each team will have 24 games each. 2100 games will be held this way. Competitions will start in October. 10 teams will be formed with best players in different age groups.
200 players win more than 1 crore
Efforts will be made to resolve the crisis in the work of those who have played in international competition. However, efforts should be made to use other avenues of football, such as academies, not just government jobs. Currently, a large number of ISL players are from other states. At least 200 professional players who earn more than 1 crore annual income should be produced from Kerala.
Most of the stadiums in Kerala are for various sports. Among them there are many difficulties to enjoy football well. At least 8 stadiums need to be prepared just for football. A proposal will be submitted to the government to see if the best lands for such stadiums are available to schools. Private clubs and academies will be considered. 8 teams are coming to Kerala Super League. These teams need home grounds. More efforts are made in public-private partnership.
Video evaluations
More technical facilities should be brought to football. Video will help observe each player’s game to assess their weaknesses and areas for improvement. Good coaches and referees will be trained and appropriate training programs will be prepared for them. The aim is to bring more clubs into the mainstream.
An unopposed election
Nawaz Meeran
Kochi ∙ Nawaz Meeran was elected unopposed as the president of the Kerala Football Association (KFA). At the KFA General Body yesterday, Jayam was unopposed in all key positions.
Other office bearers: P. Poulos, Davis Mookan, M. Sivakumaran, M. Muhammad Salim, P. Haridas, VP Pavithran (Vice President), PK Shaji, KA. Vijayakumar (Jo.Sekra), Dr. Reginald Varghese (Garbage), S. Achu (Sports Council Representative), P. Anil Kumar, PF Davis, John Bosco (Kerala Olympic Association Representative). Remiji Oscar, CK Shamim Bakar, PG George, Vinoj K. George, Prof. P. Ashraf, TP Abdul Salam, PC Johnson, G. Ravindran, Joy Paulus, P. Priyesh Kumar, Jose Jacob, K. Gangadharan, AK Sharif (Executive Committee). A. John Bosco submitted his nomination paper for election as a member of the Thiruvananthapuram district executive committee, but as it was withdrawn, there was no need to vote. S. Mohanlal, an executive committee member of the Indian Football Federation (AIFF) became an observer executive committee member. Adv. Praveen K.Joy was the returning officer. Past President Tom Jose was elected Honorary President of KFA.
English Summary: New President Nawaz Meeran about kerala football association projects
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