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Grappling Federation of India appoints Professor Sikander Kumar as Chairman
Professor Sikander Kumar, a Rajya Sabha MP from Himachal Pradesh, was appointed Chairman of the Grappling Federation of India on 17 April 2026.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 17 April 2026, the Grappling Federation of India appointed Professor Sikander Kumar, a Rajya Sabha MP from Himachal Pradesh, as its new Chairman.
Key specifics
- The appointment was made on 17 April 2026.
- Sikander Kumar is a Rajya Sabha MP from Himachal Pradesh.
- The formal invitation was issued by Subodh Kumar Yadav, General Secretary of the federation.
- Grappling is recognised by United World Wrestling (UWW).
- United World Wrestling was established in 1912 and is headquartered in Corsier-sur-Vevey, Switzerland.
Exam lens
Question type: appointments and sports federation MCQ, Sikander Kumar, Himachal Pradesh, UWW, 1912; TNPSC may ask the appointing body and the international recognition of grappling.