[1] Created in 2006, it aims to "look after the welfare of players and educate and advice them by engaging professionals".

[2][3] It was created by former Indian national team captain Bhaichung Bhutia.

[4] The FPAI was formed on 13 August 2006 as a brainchild of India national football team's then captain Bhaichung Bhutia.

He said that the body would "function as the parent body of the players" and added that it would "work with the national and state associations for the game's development" and ensure "fair treatment for footballers".

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