The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has postponed its Special General Meeting (SGM), originally scheduled for October 25th, amidst a brewing power struggle within the organization. The postponement comes at a crucial juncture, with allegations of misgovernance, corruption, and contested appointments plaguing the IOA. This move highlights the deep divisions within the organization and raises questions about the future of Indian sports leadership ahead of the Paris Olympics.
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) Treasurer, Sahdev Yadav, has threatened legal action against the IOA President, PT Usha, accusing her of defaming him. This follows Usha’s issuance of a show-cause notice to Yadav based on a complaint challenging his eligibility to hold office. The controversy stems from a disagreement regarding the age and tenure guidelines set by the National Sports Code and a loan of Rs 1.75 crore given to the Indian Weightlifting Federation (IWLF) in 2010.
The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) plans to appeal a Delhi High Court decision that reinstated the Indian Olympic Association’s (IOA) ad-hoc committee to manage WFI affairs. WFI president Sanjay Singh expressed concerns that this interference could jeopardize Indian wrestlers’ participation in upcoming World Championships, citing warnings from the United World Wrestling (UWW) about potential consequences. The decision follows a plea by prominent wrestlers Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, and Satyawart Kadian seeking a stay on WFI’s functioning. The IOA had initially dissolved the ad-hoc panel in April after WFI conducted its elections, but the court’s ruling has reignited the controversy.
The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) will challenge the Delhi High Court’s order restoring the Indian Olympic Association’s (IOA) ad-hoc committee to manage the federation’s affairs. The WFI fears that the ‘interference’ could jeopardize Indian wrestlers’ participation in upcoming World Championships.
The Delhi High Court has restored the mandate of the Indian Olympic Association’s ad-hoc committee to manage the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), following a plea by prominent wrestlers who alleged sexual harassment by the federation’s former president. The decision comes after the Central Government suspended the WFI in December 2023 due to non-compliance with its own constitutional provisions.
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA), in collaboration with the Union Sports Ministry and the Sports Authority of India (SAI), has implemented a comprehensive medical support system for Indian athletes competing at the upcoming Paris Olympics. This includes a 13-member medical team, sleep therapist, physiotherapists, nutritionists, and psychologists, ensuring athletes receive the best care.
The Olympic Council of Asia’s Executive Board has agreed to include yoga in the Asian Games, paving the way for its inclusion as a competitive sport. IOA president PT Usha expressed her delight with the decision, which was made following India’s request. The inclusion will be officially confirmed by the OCA General Assembly, and the details of its status as a medal sport or demonstration sport will be decided at that time.
