Controversy in Boxing Federation Elections: Anurag Thakur's Nomination Rejected

The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) rejected Anurag Thakur's nomination for the upcoming elections, citing his ineligibility according to federation policies and the National Sports Development Code. Despite his claims of being an elected member of the state's boxing body, BFI maintains no record of his membership.

The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has rejected former Sports Minister Anurag Thakur's nomination from the electoral college for the March 28 elections. The BFI cited that Thakur was deemed 'ineligible' to represent Himachal Pradesh in the proceedings.

According to the Himachal Pradesh Boxing Association (HPBA), Thakur was nominated alongside President Rajesh Bhandari. However, BFI insists Thakur's ineligibility stems from a violation of its March 7 notice and the National Sports Development Code of India, 2011. The ruling highlights that only duly elected members can represent state bodies.

In response, HPBA Secretary Surender Kumar Shandil reaffirmed Thakur's election to the Executive Council, although the BFI's records reportedly show otherwise. Meanwhile, the clock ticks towards the elections, with key dates for nominations yet to be disclosed by BFI.