In a significant development for Indian sports, the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) has announced its newly elected Governing Body after successful elections held at its headquarters in New Delhi yesterday.
Sudhanshu Mittal has been re-elected as the President, while Upkar Singh Virk is the new General Secretary. The Governing Body also includes eight Vice Presidents, four Joint Secretaries, and 13 Executive Members. Athletes Ashwini Bipin Patil and Monika will represent the Athletes Commission.
Speaking after the results were announced, Mr Mittal said it was an honour to continue leading KKFI and highlighted efforts made to grow Kho Kho both nationally and internationally. He said the new team will work to get Kho Kho included in multi-sport events like the Asian Games and the Olympics.
Currently played in 58 countries, Kho Kho aims to expand to 90 nations this year. Mr. Mittal expressed confidence that the sport could be included in the 2030 Asian Games and the 2032 Olympics.
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