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Guidelines Issued for IOA's SOM Nominations Ahead of Deadline
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What Happened?
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has issued guidelines for the Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit (SOM) nominations, with a deadline of October 30. The elections are set for November 3 and December 5.
Key points
- The IOA's electoral process is under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025.
- Nominations must comply with specific conditions to be valid.
- Proposers and seconders must be members of the SOM roster published on October 23.
- Candidates must be between 25 and 70 years old and have retired from active sport for at least one year.
- Polling is scheduled for November 9 and will be conducted virtually.
Key insights
- The SOM elections could enhance athlete representation in the IOA's decision-making.
- Cross-gender endorsements may encourage broader participation among candidates.
- The election process reflects ongoing reforms in Indian sports governance.
Why it matters
These guidelines are crucial for ensuring a fair election process for the representation of athletes in Indian sports governance.
Entities
Indian Olympic Association· OrganizationPT Usha· Person
Source
Times of India
