He states that priority is in grassroots development and the objective is to ensure India emerges as a great footballing nation. India is also hosting the FIFA U-17 World Cup in the year 2017 which will define the game for the future. Women’s football also remains a priority and a league has been launched to ensure they have a better future. FIFA is very happy with the progress and development of Indian Football and the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup will be hosted as per schedule.