Namdev Shirgaonkar

Shirgaonkar elected unopposed as India Taekwondo Chief

Shirgaonkar elected unopposed as India Taekwondo Chief

25 state associations from all over India took part in the election Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: Mr Namdev Shirgaonkar was elected unopposed as the President of the executive committee of India Taekwondo. The election which was duly attended by 25 affiliated state associations was held at the Hotel Sun City Residency, Andheri (E) on 21st May, 2023. The entire election process went off without a hitch, with all the office-bearers being elected unopposed. All due election norms were firmly in place, with Mr Bhagwatrao Gaikwad (Retired judge) functioning as the Returning Officer in tandem with Mr Sharad D Madakre (Retired Deputy…
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Two-pronged approach to enhance the Popularity of Mallakhamb in the USA

Two-pronged approach to enhance the Popularity of Mallakhamb in the USA

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: In a determined bid to considerably enhance the burgeoning popularity of Mallakhamb in America, the Mallakhamb Federation of USA is adopting a long-term two-pronged approach.  At the grassroots level, it is aiming to increase the ambit of this sport in the US, with its state federations already totalling ten suitably spreading the sport. Not just this, the body is seeking affirmations and letters of recommendation from various National sports federations and consul-generals to pave the way for Mallakhamb to be a spectator sport at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Taking the initiative, the Maharashtra Olympic Association President,…
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