Wed Dec 04 16:29:36 UTC 2024: ## Haldwani’s Rajiv Mehta Makes History as First Indian Elected Secretary General of Asian Fencing Confederation
**Haldwani, Uttarakhand:** Rajiv Mehta, a former secretary general of the Indian Olympic Association and current secretary general of the Fencing Association of India, has created history by becoming the first Indian to be elected as the Secretary General of the Asian Fencing Confederation (AFC). The election took place on December 1st in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
Mehta, representing India, secured the position amidst strong competition from representatives of approximately 46 countries, including China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, UAE, and Pakistan. He received unanimous support from all member nations.
This achievement has been met with widespread celebration in Uttarakhand, with the Uttarakhand Olympic Association and local sports enthusiasts expressing their pride. Mehta’s previous accolades include a four-year term as president of the South Asian Fencing Federation (SAAFF), beginning in 2018.
Dr. D.K. Singh, secretary general of the Uttarakhand Olympic Association, hailed Mehta’s election as a moment of national and state pride. Mehta’s contributions also extend to securing the hosting of the 38th National Games in Uttarakhand in 2015 during his tenure as secretary general of the Indian Olympic Association.
Numerous local dignitaries, including MLA Tilak Raj Behड़, have extended their congratulations to Mehta on his significant achievement. The AFC Secretary General’s role promises to elevate India’s profile in the international fencing community.
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