An independent investigation led by Justice Sudhir Kumar Jain found both officials guilty.
Boxing Federation of India Suspends Secretary General and Treasurer Over Serious Charges: The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) President Ajay Singh on Tuesday suspended Secretary General Hemanta Kumar Kalita and Treasurer Digvijay Singh on the grounds of serious financial irregularities and mismanagement of funds.
According to reports, an independent investigation led by Justice (Retd.) Sudhir Kumar Jain found both officials guilty of these charges. Justice Jain was appointed by the BFI to conduct the probe.
In a letter addressed to the two officials, the BFI President stated,“This letter is to formally inform you that, pursuant to a complaint received from the Sports Authority of India (SAI) regarding alleged financial irregularities and mismanagement of funds, the President of the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) appointed Hon'ble Mr. Justice (Retd.) Sudhir Kumar Jain, former judge of the Hon'ble High Court of Delhi, to conduct an independent investigation into the matter."
He further wrote,“Justice Jain has concluded his investigation and submitted a report, which has found both of you guilty of serious financial irregularities and mismanagement of funds. The findings of the report establish a clear breach of fiduciary duties and responsibilities expected from individuals holding key positions within the Federation."
“In light of the gravity of these findings, and to ensure the integrity and transparency of the Federation’s operations, it has been decided to suspend you both from your respective positions as Secretary General and Treasurer of the Boxing Federation of India with immediate effect. You are hereby restrained from performing any duties or exercising any authority in these capacities."
The letter also directed the suspended officials to refrain from identifying themselves as representatives of the BFI in any official or unofficial capacity.
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