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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
No merit in IOA's fact-finding committee's findings: World Boxing
New Delhi: World Boxing (WB), the global governing body of sport, on Friday summarily dismissed the findings and recommendations of IOA's three-member fact-finding committee while extending its unequivocal support to BFI's Interim Committee. Responding to IOA's July 30 letter that put forth a series of measures to 'protect the integrity of Indian boxing,' WB found no merit in the recommendations 'as they are contrary to the facts and available records.' HT has a copy of the letter. World Boxing president Boris van der Vorst has come down heavily on IOA's fact-finding committee's recommendations. (World Boxing) 'We note the findings of the Fact-Finding Committee constituted by the IOA. However, World Boxing does not find any merit in the conclusions drawn by this committee, as they are contrary to the facts and available records,' WB president Boris van der Vorst said in his letter to IOA dated August 6. 'In our view, the interim committee has fulfilled its responsibilities in the best possible manner. It is now time for all stakeholders to focus on successfully conducting the elections and restoring the duly elected Executive Committee of the BFI,' it added. IOA had constituted a fact-finding committee last month under the leadership of IOA treasurer Sahdev Yadav, with IOA Executive Council member Bhupender Singh Bajwa and advocate Payal Kakra as other members. The committee's measures, aimed to ensure 'democratic governance' of BFI, included conducting BFI polls under the supervision of IOA or an independent authority designated by the high court or sports ministry. It also called for BFI to be placed under the supervision of an IOA-appointed panel with all financial and policy decisions be taken 'under the direct oversight of IOA' until the new executive committee is elected. The IOA letter had also raised concerns over the interim committee's legitimacy and had objected to the appointment of outgoing BFI president Ajay Singh as its chief. WB, in its response, noted that IOA was given the option of appointing its representative in the interim committee but chose not to do so. 'It is important to highlight that, while forming the Interim Committee, World Boxing had specifically kept a position open for an IOA representative to ensure inclusivity and collaboration. However, the IOA chose not to appoint any member to the committee. Having declined participation in the duly constituted Interim Committee, the IOA has now independently formed a Fact-Finding Committee, the basis and mandate of which remain unclear,' WB said. BFI elections, originally scheduled for March 28 and delayed due to multiple litigations, will be held on August 21. The interim committee was appointed by WB in April to manage the day-to-day affairs of boxing. Its tenure was later extended till August 31 but Singh resigned as its chief on August 1, two days after IOA wrote to World Boxing and within hours of Singh announcing the elections.
Time of India
13-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
IOA forms fact-finding committee to investigate delay in boxing federation's elections
IOA constitutes a fact-finding committee to investigate delay in BFI elections. (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: A little over a week after the sports ministry wrote to the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to devise a mechanism so that the long overdue elections of the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) can be held at the earliest, the PT Usha-led IOA has constituted a three-member fact-finding committee to investigate the reasons behind the delay in holding the electoral process. The IOA panel, which was formed on Friday, has been asked to submit its report within a week so that the factual position can be presented to the World Boxing – the sport's global governing body – and a clear roadmap can be prepared for holding elections in a fair and timely manner. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Usha had met World Boxing president Boris van der Vorst in Lausanne late last month. The committee comprises IOA treasurer Sahdev Yadav as its chairperson, with IOA executive council member Bhupender Singh Bajwa and advocate Payal Kakra as the other two members. 'The term of the current EC of the BFI ended on Feb 2, and fresh elections have not been conducted since,' Usha said in an IOA office order. 'A three-member fact-finding committee has been constituted to 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 to recommend necessary actions, including engagement with World Boxing, and suggest a clear roadmap for holding elections in a fair and timely manner,' the order stated. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Alfa Romeo Stelvio Alfa Romeo Leer más Undo The BFI elections, initially set for Feb 2, were rescheduled to March 28 following Himachal Pradesh high court's directive, due to legal challenges from member affiliates regarding the election process. Since then, the elections have been postponed indefinitely. Currently, the BFI is managed by a six-member committee appointed by World Boxing, chaired by current president Ajay Singh, who seeks a third term. This committee, formed on April 7 for 90 days, was tasked with managing daily operations and addressing issues hindering boxing's development. The initial term concluded on July 7. The committee received another extension until Aug 31. Responding to the IOA's letter, the BFI's interim panel on Sunday assured timely holding of the elections by Aug 31 deadline. 'World Boxing has clearly mandated that the BFI elections be held before Aug 31, and as the interim committee, we are fully committed to delivering free and fair polls within that timeline. At the same time, it is important to reaffirm that the autonomy of the national federation is governed by the framework laid down by the world body. While we respect the intent behind the IOA's formation of a three-member fact-finding committee, the process underway is already transparent, accountable, and well-documented. All key action points and developments have been formally communicated to both the IOA and the ministry, ensuring complete institutional clarity. With all information already in the public domain, there is little left to be uncovered,' said Col Arun Malik (retd), executive director, BFI and member of the interim committee. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
New Indian Express
07-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
World Boxing urges BFI to conduct elections by August 31
CHENNAI: The World Boxing has given more time to the Interim Committee of the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) to conduct elections. The committee was formed in April after the BFI elections were stalled due to court battles. The letter from WB president Boris van der Vorst suggested that the elections should be conducted by August 31. Though the WB has noticed some changes in the system and commended their effort 'in overseeing and restructuring the governance', it has also noted that elections have not been held as yet. The WB president said that they (WB) were satisfied by the functioning of the interim committee and their 'athletes first' approach. 'We are pleased to observe that the Interim Committee has been functioning effectively and has made significant strides in restoring transparency and stability within the national boxing administration,' said the letter to the BFI. 'World Boxing continues to monitor developments in Indian boxing closely and is encouraged by the continued participation of Indian athletes in international competitions, as well as their consistent success on the podium. These achievements are a reflection of the structured and positive efforts being undertaken under your leadership.' However, the WB said: 'In parallel, and with a view to ensuring long-term institutional stability, World Boxing urges the Interim Committee to initiate and complete the electoral process for the BFI by 31st August 2025. This will enable a smooth transition to a democratically elected executive body.'
Hindustan Times
05-06-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
World Boxing issues Imane Khelif apology after naming Olympic gold medallist in sex testing policy
World Boxing president Boris van der Vorst has apologised after Olympic champion Imane Khelif was signed out in an announcement made by the governing body to make sex testing mandatory. The decision comes after Khelif's gold medal at the Paris Olympics last year, where there was controversy over her eligibility. Khelif's case was specifically mentioned when World Boxing released the policy. According to AP, the body's president wrote to Algerian Boxing Federation, 'I am writing to you all personally to offer a formal and sincere apology for this and acknowledge that her privacy should have been protected.' He added, 'reaching out to you personally we show our true respect to you and your athletes.' Recently a chromosome test allegedly administered to the Olympian in 2023 by Dr Lal Path Labs has once again triggered a controversy around her biological sex. The report has allegedly been leaked. 3 Wire Sports reported, 'In chromosome tests given amid the International Boxing Association's 2022 and 2023 world championships, the boxer's DNA showed XY markers with 'male' karyotype.' Karyotype is the complete set of chromosomes in a person's cells. Humans usually have 46 chromosomes, arranged in 23 pairs. The sex chromosomes determine biological sex - XX is female, while XY is male. Meanwhile, in its statement, World Boxing had said, 'The introduction of mandatory testing will be part of a new policy on 'sex, age and weight' to ensure the safety of all participants and deliver a competitive level playing field for men and women.' 'The policy is in the final stages of development and has been crafted by a specially convened working group of the World Boxing medical and anti-doping committee, which has examined data and medical evidence from an extensive range of sources and consulted widely with other sports and experts across the world.'
Irish Independent
03-06-2025
- Health
- Irish Independent
World Boxing apologises to Olympic champion Imane Khelif for being singled out over policy change
Algerian boxer Khelif, who won gold at the Paris Games last summer amid intense scrutiny over her eligibility, was specifically mentioned when World Boxing released its new policy last Friday. On Monday, its president Boris van der Vorst reached out to the Algerian Boxing Federation to acknowledge that was wrong. 'I am writing to you all personally to offer a formal and sincere apology for this and acknowledge that her privacy should have been protected,' he wrote in a letter. Van der Vorst added he hoped by 'reaching out to you personally we show our true respect to you and your athletes.' Khelif and fellow gold medalist Lin Yu-ting from Taiwan were in the spotlight in Paris because the previous governing body for Olympic boxing, the International Boxing Association, disqualified both fighters from its 2023 world championships, claiming they failed an unspecified eligibility test. However, the International Olympic Committee applied sex eligibility rules used in previous Olympics and cleared Khelif and Lin to compete. World Boxing has been provisionally approved as the boxing organizer at the 2028 Los Angeles Games and has faced pressure from boxers and their federations to create sex eligibility standards. It said there will be mandatory testing for all boxers from July 1 to 'ensure the safety of all participants and deliver a competitive level playing field for men and women.' The governing body announced all athletes over 18 years old in its competitions must undergo a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) genetic test to determine their sex at birth. The PCR test detects chromosomal material through a mouth swab, saliva or blood. If an athlete intending to compete in the women's categories is determined to have male chromosomal material, 'initial screenings will be referred to independent clinical specialists for genetic screening, hormonal profiles, anatomical examination or other valuation of endocrine profiles by medical specialists,' World Boxing said. The policy also includes an appeals process. Khelif plans to defend her gold medal at the LA Games but some boxers and their federations have already spoken out against her inclusion. She had intended to return to international competition this month in the Eindhoven Box Cup in the Netherlands.
