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IOA Begins 2026 Election Process, Appoints Former Election Commissioner As Returning Officer

By IANS News October 10, 2026 • 16:38 PM View: 115

The Indian Olympic Association: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has begun its 2026 electoral process under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, with the Athletes’ Commission election scheduled for November 3 and the Executive Council polls set for December 5.

The IOA has appointed former Election Commissioner of Delhi and Chandigarh, Sanjay Kumar Srivastava, as the Electoral Officer/Returning Officer to oversee elections for the Athletes’ Commission, the roster of Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOMs) and the Executive Council.

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