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INDU CHOUDHARY at the helm of it all – Manager, Indian National Women’s Team.
Q & A with Indu…
Q How tough/easy was it to convince the people around you that you would be taking up a career in Indian football
INDU: Initially, it was not easy at all. But looking back now, I would say if your family, parents supports you in your decisions then the hurdles seem less and you can scale heights easily.
Q What are the problems faced by women/girl athletes in India?
INDU: Exposure in general. There are many athletes in our country who made us proud but have faded away into oblivion. That’s sad.
Q What do you think is the biggest issue faced by women in Indian Football?
INDU: I would say it’s the lack of exposure as a whole.
Q What structure do you propose for development of Indian football?
INDU: We need to create a structure where every Women/Girl (Players, Coaches, Referees, Admin etc.) understands football. State Leagues, Grassroots Development and more support from State Associations along with Media attention would be really helpful.
Q Do you think somebody has been inspired by you?
INDU: Not sure about that but I am following a few legends not specifically from Football but who inspire me to stand strong for what is right.
Q Advice for young budding talent?
INDU: Take up the challenges and keep going.
Q How do you celebrate this day if you were back in your hometown/state?
INDU: I would have celebrated with all the lovely ladies in my life – My mother, Bhabhi’s, friends, nieces and all the counterparts who has helped me tirelessly..
Q ‘Make it happen’ is the slogan for the International women’s day; how do you connect with it? What message would you send out?
INDU: If you want something, you can’t wait for someone to make it happen for you – go out and do it.
