The Sports Ministry has approved constitution of a 13-member Empowered Steering Committee (ESC). It will shape and influence India's preparation for multi- disciplinary events, including 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.A ministry release said, the decision to form the Committee has been taken on the basis of recommendations made by the Olympic Task Force in its interim report, which was submitted to the government on the 22nd of May. The Steering Committee will have the mandate to work till December 31st, 2020 with clearly defined terms and references. These include review of the core probable list of each High Priority and Priority disciplines for the Commonwealth Games, Asian Games and Olympic Games. The Committee will also have power to recommend specific plans or packages for beneficiaries of Target Olympic Podium Scheme.