Delhi High Court Stalls Equestrian Federation Meeting Amidst Internal Strife

The Delhi High Court has placed a halt on the Equestrian Federation of India's proposed Extraordinary General Meeting (EOGM), scheduled for Sunday, after noting severe internal disputes within the sports organization. The decision comes in response to a plea by the Rajasthan Equestrian Association (REA), aiming to prevent further complications in the federation's governance.

The EFI's Secretary General, Col Jaiveer Singh, had initially announced the EOGM for August 17. However, the court's ruling pushed the hearing to October 13, 2025, stalling agenda items such as the nomination of an interim president and setting selection criteria for upcoming international competitions.

Tensions are high, with the REA's President, Raghuvendra Singh Dundlod, questioning the legitimacy of several EFI member clubs and calling for elections conducted under the Sports Code. Meanwhile, Singh challenges the court's decision, emphasizing its impact on finalizing the sporting calendar which affects athletes. The Sports Ministry's exemptions for EFI, bypassing some Sports Code provisions, are also under legal scrutiny.

(With inputs from agencies.)