Today, On 4th April, The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has approached the Delhi High Court challenging the rejection of its ad-hoc panel for the Bihar Olympic Association. The plea seeks reconsideration of the decision and a fresh start to the management process. The IOA’s counsel suggested restarting the procedure from the formation of a fact-finding committee. The court has scheduled the next hearing to allow the counsel to finalize instructions.
Today, On 24th February, The Delhi High Court set aside the Indian Olympic Association’s (IOA) decision directing the Bihar Olympic Association to form an ad-hoc panel. The court ruled that the move was unjustified and beyond IOA’s authority. This decision comes amid disputes over the functioning of Bihar’s sports administration. The ruling reinforces the autonomy of state Olympic bodies in managing their own affairs.
Today (7th March): The Wrestling Federation of India has informed the Delhi High Court of its decision to retract a circular related to Olympics selection trials, following a petition challenging the process. The Court directed trials to proceed as per the circular, emphasizing ensuring eligible athletes’ participation. The petitioners, prominent wrestlers, assert the WFI’s lack of authority and manipulation of selection processes, with a hearing scheduled for April 26.
Today (1st March) Several prominent Indian wrestlers, including Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat, and others, have filed a legal challenge in the Delhi High Court against the Wrestling Federation of India’s (WFI) invitation for Olympic selection trials. The petition alleges manipulation and threats toward athletes and questions the legitimacy of the selection process, calling for the WFI to be restrained from organizing the events.