Narsingh.
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After getting elected chairman of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) Athletes’ Commission, former World championships bronze medallist and Arjuna Award winner Narsingh Yadav mentioned he would stand by the athletes and work for his or her welfare.
While lifting the suspension on the WFI, the United World Wrestling (UWW) had made it clear that the nationwide federation wanted to re-convene its Athletes’ Commission, with energetic athletes or those that retired inside 4 years, by July 1.
Asked how he desires to work maintaining in view the wrestlers’ protest final yr, Narsingh, who heads the seven-member panel, mentioned he could be proactive in the direction of athletes’ points.
“Our priority is that no athletes should face any kind of problems. As an athlete who has competed at the highest level, including the Asian Games, World championships and the Olympics, I understand what kind of obstacles an athlete overcomes in order to perform at the top level. I promise that I will not let anyone face any problems, irrespective of whether the wrestler is a man or a woman. If anyone has any issues, he or she can contact me directly and I will stand by him or her,” Narsingh advised The Hindu.
“We will see what we can do for the athletes’ welfare. We will talk to the athletes and take their feedback.”
Narsingh mentioned he would like to see the wrestlers give attention to their recreation. “I am happy that I will be able to contribute towards the betterment of wrestlers. If any wrestler comes forward with a complaint, we will try to solve it with the WFI.
“We want the wrestlers to focus on their game without getting distracted. It will help the wrestlers give their best and earn glory for the country.”
The 34-year-old Narsingh, who competed within the World Police and Fire Games final yr, has no plans to proceed as an athlete any extra. “I had an ACL issue, which was operated upon. After that it is not possible for me to continue to wrestle. Let me see how I can contribute in helping the country win more medals,” mentioned Narsingh.