Ashutosh Bhalla Re-elected as Vice President of Indian Athletic Federation
Lucknow/Mumbai, March 10,
In a landmark moment for sports administration, Ashutosh Bhalla , President of the Uttar Pradesh Athletic Association and Meerut District Athletic Association, was re-elected as the Vice President of the Indian Athletic Federation (IAF) during the IAF’s Special General Council meeting held in Goa. This marks his second consecutive term, having previously served from 2021 to 2024. His new term will extend until 2029.
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Key Announcements for Uttar Pradesh Athletics
Addressing the media after his re-election, Bhallla outlined transformative plans to elevate athletics in Uttar Pradesh:
- Introduction of Kids Athletics : A new program to nurture young talent from grassroots levels.
- Coach Registration System : Mandatory registration of all coaches with the Uttar Pradesh Athletic Association to ensure standardized training.
- Digital Transformation :
- Online Entry System for athletes to streamline participation in events.
- Digital Certificates to replace physical documentation, enhancing transparency.
- Tackling Age Fraud and Doping : Stringent measures to address eligibility issues and anti-doping violations, ensuring fair play.
Praise for Meerut National Cross Country Event
IAF officials congratulated Bhalla and his team for successfully hosting the National Cross Country Championship in Meerut earlier this year, highlighting it as a model for future events.
Congratulations Pour In
Bhallla’s re-election was celebrated by the Meerut District Athletic Association team, including:
- Anu Kumar (Secretary), Dr. Sandeep Chaudhary (Technical Head), Arun Kumar , Bilal Khan , Radha Chaudhary , Tarun Tomar , Prashant Tevtiya , Munendra Tevtiya , Fahim , Aniket , Deepa , Pragati , Mansi , and others.
Vision for the Future
Bhalla emphasized his commitment to leveraging his national role to accelerate Uttar Pradesh’s emergence as a hub for athletics. “Our focus is on youth empowerment, technology integration, and integrity in sports,” he stated, pledging to bridge gaps between rural and urban athletes.
This re-election reinforces Bhalia’s stature as a driving force in Indian athletics, with Uttar Pradesh poised to witness unprecedented growth under his leadership.
