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Welcome to Wellfinity And Sports Development Council

Wellfinity And Sports Development Council functions as a representative body for gym and fitness center operators, advocating for their rights and industry growth.

Promoting Wellness

Emphasizes fitness, preventive healthcare, and building stronger mindsets, as seen in their fitness seminars.

Policy Advocacy

Actively lobbying the government to remove amusement tax for fitness centers and create supportive industry policies.

Youth Empowerment

Involved in active development programs aimed at youth empowerment and growth through fitness.

Community Outreach

Organizes health camps and engages in broader public service initiatives like "Sebaashray".

In essence, WSDC is a nascent, action-oriented organization in the West Bengal fitness scene, working to create a better environment for fitness businesses and promote public health.

Wellfinity & Sports Development Council

Wellfinity & Sports

Development Council

Key Leadership

President Aviik Chandra Basu Thakur
Chairman Mr. Debasish Sen (Ex-IAS)
General Secretary Somdutta Biswas

The Six-Point Agenda

01

Standardization & Certification

Establish uniform standards for fitness centers and trainer certifications across India.

02

Policy Advocacy

Work with government bodies to create supportive policies for the fitness industry, including tax reforms and regulatory frameworks.

03

Professional Development

Provide continuous education and training programs for fitness professionals to enhance their skills and knowledge.

04

Public Health Integration

Collaborate with healthcare systems to promote preventive health measures through fitness programs.

05

Youth Empowerment

Develop specialized programs targeting youth development through sports and fitness activities.

06

Industry Support

Create a unified platform for grievance redressal and business support for fitness center operators and professionals.

Our Objectives

1

Public Health & Fitness Advocacy

2

Gym Awareness & Legitimization

3

Formation of a Unified National Platform

4

Standardization and Legal Protection for Industry Professionals

5

Expansion of Affordable Fitness Infrastructure

6

Strategic Partnerships with Educational & Government Bodies

7

Grievance Redressal Mechanism for Trainers and Employers

8

Promotion of Certification, Compliance, and Sectoral Representation

9

Substance Abuse Rehabilitation through Fitness Programs

10

Hand to Hand work with the Health Sectors

11

Follow and Implement BIS Act rule in every center

12

Follow and Implement ACSM rule and Govt. Of the Health department in every center

Vision Statement

Our Future Outlook

“A Fitter, Stronger, and United India”

The proposed organization aims to create a nationally recognized platform for rule framing, standardization, professional development, grievance redressal, and sectoral reform within the gym, fitness, and sports ecosystem.

Mission Statement

Core Objectives

  • Unification: Unify gym, yoga, wellness, and fitness professionals across India under one legal and collaborative framework.
  • Standards: Set professional, ethical, and infrastructural standards in the sector.
  • Advocacy: Work for policy reforms, training, compliance, and grievance redressal.
  • Public Health Link: Link fitness and mental wellness with public health, education, and youth development.
Governance

The Governing Body

Shri Aviik Chandra Basu Thakur envisioned the necessity of a unified national body for fitness and wellness professionals and led the establishment and ongoing functioning of the **Wellfinity & Sports Development Council (WASDC)**. The governing body is comprised of eminent professionals, medical practitioners, and sports advocates committed to fostering institutional growth, ethical compliance, and structural reforms in India.

Mr. Debashis Sen (Ex IAS)
Chairman

Mr. Debashis Sen (Ex IAS)

Chairman, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Past CMD of HIDCO, NKDA. Founder Director & CEO of New Bengal Consulting.

Aviik Chandra Basu Thakur
President

Aviik Chandra Basu Thakur

President & CEO, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Founder Director and CEO, CrossFit Culture LLP. General Secretary, Gym & Fitness Operator Association.

Mrs. Somdutta Biswas
General Secretary

Mrs. Somdutta Biswas

General Secretary, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Founder Director, Econique BONEMARROW FITNESS LLP.

Dr. Subrata Mondal
COO - Medical Science

Dr. Subrata Mondal

COO Medical Science Align With Fitness Centres, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Vice President, IMA (West Bengal).

Mr. Babul Saha
Technical Head

Mr. Babul Saha

Technical Head, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Master Tutor on Exercise Science.

Mr. Pradipta Kumar Roy
COO - Taekwondo

Mr. Pradipta Kumar Roy

COO (Taekwondo Chapter), Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. President, World Taekwondo Organisation. General Secretary, Taekwondo Association of West Bengal.

Dr. Souvik Chakraborty
COO - Nutrition Part

Dr. Souvik Chakraborty (DT.)

COO, Nutrition Part, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. PhD in Food Science and Human Nutrition.

Syed Rahim Nabi
COO - Sports

Syed Rahim Nabi

COO, Sports, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Ex-Captain, India Football Team.

Mr. Subhabrata Bhattacharjee
COO - Fitness Science

Mr. Subhabrata Bhattacharjee

COO, Fitness Science Align With Gymnasium, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Founder & Director, Mantra Lifestyle.

Mr. Chinmoy Roy
COO - Strength & Cond.

Mr. Chinmoy Roy

COO, Strength and Conditioning Applicable In Fitness Centres, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Founder & Director, Chinmoy's Fitzsports.

Mr. Souvik Roy
COO - Table Tennis

Mr. Souvik Roy

COO, Table Tennis, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Founder & Director, Lonely Wolves Table Tennis Academy.

Mr. Smritimoy Das
COO - Arm Wrestling

Mr. Smritimoy Das

COO, Arm Wrestling, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. General Secretary, West Bengal Armwrestling Association. Vice-President, People's Armwrestling Federation of India.

Mr. Biswajit Yadav
COO - Pilates

Mr. Biswajit Yadav

COO, Pilates, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Pilates Specialist.

Mr. Mangal moy Ganguly
COO - Bodybuilding

Mr. Mangal moy Ganguly

COO, Bodybuilding, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Bodybuilding Specialist.

Mr. Sisir Biswas
COO - Yoga

Mr. Sisir Biswas

COO, Align With Ayus Mantrak. Life Member of Indian Yoga Association.

Mr. Palash Sarkar
COO - Ancient Yoga

Mr. Palash Sarkar

COO, Ancient Yoga Science, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Asst. Secretary, Bengal Yoga Association.

Mr. Biplab Sanyal
COO - Yoga Events

Mr. Biplab Sanyal

COO, Yoga Competition Organise, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council.

Mr. Subhas Mitra
COO - Karate

Mr. Subhas Mitra

COO, Karate Organise, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. President at Indian Sports Shotokan Karate Association.

Mr. Budhhadev Nath
COO - Neurobiology

Mr. Budhhadev Nath

COO, Neuro-Biologist, Acupuncturist, Physical Therapy, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. PhD in Neurobiology, Physical Therapist. Life Member at ISCEH and IPHA.

Mr. Madhav Halder
COO - Animal Flow

Mr. Madhav Halder

COO, Animal Flow, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Founder, Director, Flying Monkey Fitness.

Mr. Rajesh Roy
COO - Technical IT

Mr. Rajesh Roy

COO, Technical In IT, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Researcher in Information Technology.

Mr. Kanailal Dey
COO - Powerlifting

Mr. Kanailal Dey

COO, Powerlifting, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. General Secretary, Powerlifting Association of West Bengal.

Advct. Subhankar Biswas
COO - Legal

Advct. Subhankar Biswas

COO, Legal Consultancy, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council.

Mr. Koushik Balial
COO - Gada Swing

Mr. Koushik Balial

COO, Gada Swing, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council. Founder, Director, Strength And Wellness Fitness Studio.

Mr. Sukanta Chattopadhay
COO - Broadcasting

Mr. Sukanta Chattopadhay

COO, Broadcasting, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council.

Mr. Partibh Dhar Chowdhury
COO - Kettlebell

Mr. Partibh Dhar Chowdhury

COO, Kettlebell, Wellfinity & Sports Development Council.