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HFI chief on India-Pakistan handball clash: 'Nation comes first, but we need clear guidelines'

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HFI Chief On India-Pakistan Handball Clash: 'Nation Comes First, But We Need Clear Guidelines'

By IANS News May 10, 2025 • 12:24 PM View: 498

Indian Army Colonel Sofiya Qureshi: Following India’s recent handball match against Pakistan at the Asian Beach Championships in Muscat on Friday, Anandeshwar Pandey, Executive Director of the Handball Federation of India (HFI), addressed the controversy surrounding the decision to play the fixture.

The match, held as part of the league phase of an ongoing international tournament, sparked debate due to the political sensitivities involved.

TAGS Following India Asian Beach Championships Anandeshwar Pandey Executive Director Handball Federation Sports Ministry Indian Olympic Association International Handball Federation Operation Sindoor Wing Commander

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