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The IOA has established a fact-finding committee to address the delayed BFI elections. The Ministry of Youth Affairs stressed adherence to the sports code for fair elections. The panel will assess legal and administrative hurdles affecting boxing governance. A report with recommendations is expected within a week.

Key Points: IOA Forms Panel to Probe BFI Election Delays as Term Expires

  • IOA forms 3-member committee to investigate BFI election delays
  • Panel includes Sahdev Yadav, BS Bajwa, and Payal Kakra
  • Ministry urges compliance with National Sports Development Code
  • Committee must submit report within seven days
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IOA constitutes fact-finding committee to investigate delay in BFI elections

IOA sets up fact-finding committee to investigate Boxing Federation of India's delayed elections, ensuring compliance with sports code.

"The committee will examine the delay in BFI elections and recommend actions for fair governance. – IOA Statement"

New Delhi, July 13

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has constituted a three-member Fact Finding Committee to examine the reasons behind the delay in the conduct of elections for the Boxing Federation of India (BFI). The term of the current Executive Committee of the BFI ended on February 2 but fresh elections have not been held since.

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS), in a letter dated July 5, addressed to PT Usha, the President of the IOA, requested the association to consult with World Boxing and devise a suitable mechanism to ensure that elections are conducted at the earliest. The Ministry has emphasised that the process must comply with the National Sports Development Code of India, 2011, and the bye-laws of the Boxing Federation of India.

The IOA has issued a letter.

In response to this communication, the IOA has formed a Fact Finding Committee comprising IOA Treasurer Sahdev Yadav, who will serve as the Chairperson, IOA Executive Committee Member BS Bajwa, and Advocate Payal Kakra.

The committee has been tasked with several responsibilities. It will look into the reasons for the delay in holding the BFI elections beyond the mandated term. It will also examine the current legal and administrative status of the BFI, assess the implications of the delay on the governance and functioning of boxing in India, and recommend necessary actions to resolve the situation. This may include engagement with World Boxing and the suggestion of a roadmap to ensure the conduct of free, fair, and timely elections.

The committee has been instructed to submit its findings and recommendations to the IOA within seven days from the issuance of the order. The IOA intends to use the report to present a clear and factual position to World Boxing as efforts continue to bring Indian boxing governance back on track.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Why does it take government intervention for sports bodies to follow basic procedures? This is the same story with every federation - cricket, hockey, now boxing. When will we learn?
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Arjun K
Good to see PT Usha taking charge. As an athlete herself, she understands the importance of timely decisions. But 7 days seems too short for proper investigation no? Hope they don't rush it.
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Priya S
The real question is - who benefits from this delay? There must be some vested interests trying to hold onto power. Hope the committee exposes them 🤨
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Vikram M
Meanwhile, our young boxers are suffering. Many tournaments are coming up and without proper federation, how will they get support? This is so frustrating!
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Kavya N
The committee looks balanced with Sahdev Yadav, BS Bajwa and Payal Kakra. Having a legal expert is important. Hope they recommend strong reforms to prevent such delays in future.
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Nikhil C
Respectfully, I think the IOA could have acted sooner. The term ended in February and it's July now! This shows lack of proactive approach in our sports administration.

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