New Delhi, India, January 6, 2024: The Indian Olympic Association has announced the appointment of Raghuram Iyer as its first Chief Executive Officer.
The IOA in a press release on Friday, January 5, stated: “The Indian Olympic Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Raghuram Iyer as the Chief Executive Officer following a meticulous selection process conducted by the Nomination Committee.”
The Nomination Committee comprised IOA President PT Usha, the chairman of the Athletes’ Commission and one IOC Member from India.
IOA President Usha expressed confidence in Iyer’s ability to steer the IOA to new heights.
“We believe that Raghuram Iyer brings a unique combination of leadership, strategic vision and a deep understanding of the sports landscape. His appointment is a significant step towards the continued growth and success of Indian sports on the global stage,” Usha said.
She added: “I am grateful for the unwavering cooperation and wholehearted support from the esteemed members of the Executive Council in the successful appointment of the CEO for IOA. Their dedication has been instrumental in achieving this milestone, and I look forward to continued collaboration for the IOA’s success.”
Iyer has a fair amount of experience in sports management as he served as the CEO of Indian Premier League cricket franchises Rajasthan Royals, Lucknow Super Giants and Rising Pune Supergiants.