BFI chief Singh calls for Olympic focus as legal battle intensifies

Ajay Singh, president of the Boxing Federation of India, has reiterated the importance of maintaining focus on Olympic readiness even as the organisation grapples with internal governance tensions. The call comes as the federation faces mounting pressure from dissenting members seeking to remove Singh from his position.

The dispute centres on a Special General Meeting (SGM) convened by Kumar to table a no-confidence motion against Singh. However, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has ordered that proceedings be suspended pending the next hearing, effectively stalling the attempt to challenge the sitting chief.

The court's interim measure provides temporary relief to Singh, though it remains unclear how long the order will remain in effect. The federation's leadership is expected to appear before the court at a subsequent hearing to present arguments in the ongoing dispute.

With major international competitions on the horizon, the internal conflict has raised concerns within Indian boxing circles about the impact on athlete preparation and federation operations. Singh's emphasis on Olympic focus underscores efforts to keep the federation's core mission intact despite the governance challenges.

The outcome of the legal proceedings will likely determine the trajectory of Singh's tenure and the federation's administrative structure in the coming months.