BACK IN THE RING – BOXING INDIA

BACK IN THE RING - BOXING INDIA

The International Boxing Association (AIBA) is very pleased to announce that the AIBA Executive Committee has decided to lift the provisional exclusion of India imposed in December 2012 on the previous Indian Amateur Boxing Federation.

The AIBA belief has been to get the sport of boxing back on track in India, by entrusting the governance of the Sport to those who recognize its potential and have the administrative and operational capabilities to further develop the Boxing ecosystem.

Following a presentation made to the AIBA Executive Committee on BOXING INDIA : BOUT OUTSIDE THE RING led by Mr Sandeep Jajodia CMD, Monnet Ispat Ltd, primary sponsor and keen supporter of Boxing, Mr Udit Sheth, WSB India Franchise rights holder and supported by Mr Jay Kowli, President, Maharashtra Boxing Association, International R&J at 2012 London Olympics, Secretary, AIBA Youth Commission duly supported by a team of Indian Boxing enthusiasts and achievers who over the years have contributed towards development of Indian Boxing. The AIBA Executive Committee was impressed by the new vision and planned initiatives for reviving the sport of Boxing in India and has given them the opportunity to setup a new Boxing federation.

“It is an honour that AIBA appreciated the proposal put forth by us. We will support the principles of AIBA in terms of ethics and fairness and work within the framework to further enhance various boxing programs in the country. We look forward to forming a new Federation by holding a free and fair Elections and adopting the new Constitution” says Mr Sandeep Jajodia.

India's representative at the International Boxing Association (AIBA), Mr Kishen Narsi said “The news is very heartening for all the stakeholders of Boxing. I look forward to an early formation of a new Boxing Federation duly supported by IOA and recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports”.

“I am glad that AIBA has shown faith in us and look forward in working with all stakeholders in forming the new governing body. These efforts will help us revive the WSB Franchise in the country and help create an impact at the world stage” says Udit Sheth, MD & CEO SE Transstadia.

The new BOXING INDIA: BOUT OUTSIDE THE RING team is looking forward to create an efficient and transparent organization for the sport with an aim to bring back Boxing to its former glory.

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