The Interim Committee was not amused. The WB had earlier formed this committee after elections were delayed and the matter landed in the court. The IC in a statement said that they would ensure the elections are held within the stipulated deadline of August 31.

The IC then said that the world body, after reviewing the roadmap and deliberations held with the IOA President during discussions in Lausanne, has recently extended its tenure. “At no point was the objective of ensuring a smooth and timely transition overlooked by the Interim Committee including the conduct of the Elections,” said the panel.

“World Boxing has clearly mandated that the BFI elections be held before August 31, and as the Interim Committee, we are fully committed to delivering free and fair polls within that timeline. At the same time, it is important to reaffirm that the autonomy of the National Federation is governed by the framework laid down by the world body. While we respect the intent behind the IOA’s formation of a three-member fact-finding committee, the process under way is already transparent, accountable, and well-documented. All key action points and developments have been formally communicated to both the IOA and the Ministry, ensuring complete institutional clarity,” said Arun Malik, the Executive Director of the BFI.