New Delhi, India, September 5, 2024: The stage is set for an historic 44th OCA General Assembly due to take place at the Bharat Mandapam, Convention Centre, in New Delhi on Sunday, September 8.
The Acting President of the OCA, Raja Randhir Singh, Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and top sports leaders from all 45 National Olympic Committees of Asia will be present on the occasion.
The key event will officially announce India’s five-time Olympic Games shooter and veteran sports administrator, Raja Randhir Singh, as the first Indian president of the OCA after he emerged as the sole candidate for the top post earlier this year.
The agenda also includes the election of the vice presidents of the five OCA zones, namely East Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central Asia and West Asia. The elections will be conducted by a secret ballot.
Speaking ahead of the General Assembly, Raja Randhir Singh said: “It is a matter of great honour for the Indian sports fraternity to host the all-important OCA General Assembly in the nation’s capital.
“It is a privilege for our nation to be able to welcome special dignitaries from all around the world, including members of the OCA, and other major global sports organisations and bodies.
“We are confident the upcoming assembly will spearhead a new path for Olympics sports across Asian countries under the new leadership,” Singh added.
Raja Randhir held the post of OCA Secretary General from 1991-2015 and Life Vice President from 2015 to present. He has been Acting President since 2021.