NEW DELHI: Veteran desk tennis participant and Commonwealth Video games champion Sharath Kamal has been chosen as India’s flag bearer for the 2024 Paris Olympic Video games, whereas legendary boxer MC Mary Kom was appointed because the chef de mission of the nation’s contingent on Thursday.
The Indian Olympic Affiliation (IOA) said in a launch that the 41-year-old desk tennis participant embodies “the unity and spirit of our contingent as they compete on the Olympic stage”.
Aiding Mary Kom in her position as chef de mission will probably be luger Shiva Keshavan, who has been appointed because the deputy chef de mission.
“Mary Kom’s unparalleled dedication to sports activities and provoking journey makes her a pure option to information and mentor our athletes on the Olympics,” IOA mentioned.
“Keshavan, a former Olympian in luge, brings a wealth of expertise and data to assist the group’s administration and coordination efforts.”
Olympic bronze medallist in rifle taking pictures Gagan Narang will oversee India’s operations on the taking pictures vary, which could be very removed from the principle venues.
India will probably be sending its largest-ever taking pictures contingent to Paris with 19 quotas already in pocket.
“His (Narang’s) meticulous method and understanding of athletes’ wants will guarantee a conducive surroundings for our shooters,” the assertion added.
“These appointments characterize a mix of expertise, experience, and management that may contribute considerably to the success of our athletes on the worldwide stage, the assertion added.
Commenting on the appointments, IOA president PT Usha, mentioned, “We’re delighted to have such a distinguished and succesful group of officers main our contingent for the Paris 2024 Olympic Video games. Their experience, dedication and keenness for sports activities will undoubtedly encourage our athletes to attain their finest and make the nation proud.”
(With PTI inputs)
The Indian Olympic Affiliation (IOA) said in a launch that the 41-year-old desk tennis participant embodies “the unity and spirit of our contingent as they compete on the Olympic stage”.
Aiding Mary Kom in her position as chef de mission will probably be luger Shiva Keshavan, who has been appointed because the deputy chef de mission.
“Mary Kom’s unparalleled dedication to sports activities and provoking journey makes her a pure option to information and mentor our athletes on the Olympics,” IOA mentioned.
“Keshavan, a former Olympian in luge, brings a wealth of expertise and data to assist the group’s administration and coordination efforts.”
Olympic bronze medallist in rifle taking pictures Gagan Narang will oversee India’s operations on the taking pictures vary, which could be very removed from the principle venues.
India will probably be sending its largest-ever taking pictures contingent to Paris with 19 quotas already in pocket.
“His (Narang’s) meticulous method and understanding of athletes’ wants will guarantee a conducive surroundings for our shooters,” the assertion added.
“These appointments characterize a mix of expertise, experience, and management that may contribute considerably to the success of our athletes on the worldwide stage, the assertion added.
Commenting on the appointments, IOA president PT Usha, mentioned, “We’re delighted to have such a distinguished and succesful group of officers main our contingent for the Paris 2024 Olympic Video games. Their experience, dedication and keenness for sports activities will undoubtedly encourage our athletes to attain their finest and make the nation proud.”
(With PTI inputs)
