Abu Metha, who serves as the Associate Vice President of the Athletics Federation of India or AFI, has been appointed as a delegate for the Paris Olympic Games 2024. The AFI confirmed Metha’s nomination in an official letter dated July 9, 2024.
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio extended his congratulations to Metha via social media, noting the significant impact this appointment could have on sports development in Bharat, particularly within Nagaland. Rio expressed his gratitude to the AFI for acknowledging Metha’s efforts and achievements in the field of athletics.
Congratulations, Shri @abumetha, Associate VP of @afiindia, on being nominated as a Delegate for @Paris2024. His experience will greatly benefit sports & games in India, especially Nagaland. Grateful to @afiindia for nominating him & for recognising his role in sports development pic.twitter.com/DUUekFJlth
— Neiphiu Rio (@Neiphiu_Rio) July 22, 2024
Scheduled from July 26 to August 11, 2024, the Paris Olympics will see Metha representing India’s athletics interests on the international stage.
This appointment is a landmark for Nagaland, providing the State with representation at the Olympic level. It also reflects the growing recognition of sports administrators from Bharat’s Northeastern regions in both national and international sports circles.
