– asked to settle the WFI matter according to the rules
Mumbai (Mumbai). The Executive Committee (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has once again appointed the Secretary General/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA). Expressed concern over the delay in the appointment of
The IOC Executive Board in its meeting on Wednesday also raised the issue of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) and asked the IOA to work closely with the international federations and work in a coordinated manner to settle these matters.
The IOC said in a release after Wednesday’s EB meeting, “The National Olympic Committee (NOC) of India has been instructed on several occasions to finalize the appointment process of the new CEO/Secretary General without further delay in accordance with the NOC constitution.” to normalize the situation within the NOC. Unfortunately, the NOC has not yet completed the process. The IOC is monitoring the issue.”
The National Olympic Committee (NOC) of India is the IOA.
The IOC specifically expressed its concerns regarding the Wrestling Federation of India. This is the second time that the IOC has expressed concern over the delay in filling up the post of Secretary General/CEO in the IOA. All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Choubey is currently holding the position of interim CEO of IOA.
The IOC statement further said, “In addition, India’s NOC is expected to work closely with international federations to address a number of current issues affecting Indian sports federations in a coordinated manner and in accordance with the rules and regulations of international federations.” has been requested. This includes, in particular, the position of the Wrestling Federation of India.”
Significantly, the IOA has appointed an ad hoc committee and returning officer to set up a new governing body for the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI). The WFI elections, scheduled for July 6, have reportedly been postponed to July 11.
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