Sumariwalla honoured with Asian Athletics Leadership Gold Pin in Gumi
Adille J. Sumariwalla, Vice President of World Athletics and former president of the Athletics Federation of India, was conferred with the Asian Athletics Leadership Gold Pin at the Asian Athletics Association (AAA) Congress in Gumi on Sunday (May 25, 2025).
The award was presented by AAA President General Dahlan Al Hamad at the Congress, held ahead of the Asian Athletics Championships, which begins in Gumi on May 27.
Sumariwalla, who now serves as the spokesperson of AFI, was recognised for his contributions to the growth and leadership of athletics in the continent.
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