The post is considered to be a full-time post even though it can be held on a deputation basis, which means, that Sinha is likely to be relieved of his current responsibilities like ADG and Special Principal Secretary to the government. Concurrently, Sports Director Ashish Chauhan has been entrusted with the role of Registrar for the Sports University, while VN Pandey, Finance Officer of the Sports Directorate, has been appointed as the Finance Controller.