India's Olympic medallist Vijender Singh appointed to Asian Boxing Council
New Delhi, January 17
Indian boxing icon Vijender Singh has been appointed as a member of the Asian Boxing Council, marking a milestone in his journey from elite athlete to global sports administrator.
Vijender, India's first Olympic medallist in boxing, brings with him nearly two decades of experience at the highest level of the sport, both in amateur and professional boxing. His appointment to the Asian Boxing Council reflects his deep understanding of the sport and his continued commitment to its growth across the continent, a release said.
"I am honoured to be appointed as a member of the Asian Boxing Council. I would like to thank the Boxing Federation of India and its leadership for entrusting me with this responsibility. I hope to fulfil this role to the best of my ability at the international level. Just as we created history in Beijing, I am committed to working for the growth of Asian boxing, with a strong focus on Indian boxers, and helping our athletes achieve even greater success in the future," , Vijender Singh said, according to the release.
The Asian Boxing Council plays a key role in shaping the sport's competitive and developmental framework across the region. Vijender's inclusion is expected to add an athlete-first perspective to policy discussions, governance, and long-term planning, the release said.
Vijender Singh remains one of India's most recognisable sporting figures, having won a historic bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and multiple medals at the Commonwealth and Asian Games.
Post his amateur career, he transitioned successfully into professional boxing, further enhancing his international profile.
His appointment is seen as a moment of pride for Indian boxing and underlines the growing presence of Indian athletes in global sports governance.
— ANI
Reader Comments
A well-deserved honour. His experience in both amateur and professional circuits is invaluable. Hopefully, this means better support and more international exposure for our boxers. The future looks bright!
Makes me proud. We need more Indian voices in global sports bodies. Vijender paaji will surely fight for our athletes' interests there just like he did in the ring. Jai Hind!
This is a positive step, but I hope it translates to real, on-ground changes. Sometimes these appointments feel symbolic. The true test will be if we see more Indian boxers qualifying and winning at major Asian events.
Remember watching his Olympic bout in 2008 with my whole family. He made history then, and he's continuing to do so now. A real role model. Wishing him all the best in this new role!
Great to see athletes transitioning into governance. His perspective will be crucial. Hopefully, he can help streamline some of the bureaucratic hurdles young athletes face in the system.
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