New Delhi: Former captain Baichung Bhutia has submitted his nomination papers for the post of All India Football Federation President.
He nominated previous stars Deepak Mondal and Madhu Kumari Bhutia for the submit of president. Previous India goalkeeper Kalyan Choubey is Bhutia’s key rival. Delhi Football President Shaji Prabhakaran also submitted nomination papers. Former star Eugene Lyngdoh and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s brother Ajit Banerjee have also filed their nomination papers. MLA is supported by Meghalaya Soccer Affiliation. Eugene Lyngdoh also arrived onto the scene.
The last date for submitting nomination papers was yesterday. Kalyan Chaubey is a participant who performed for Mohun Bagan and East Bengal clubs. Chaubey has the backing of the Gujarat and Arunachal Pradesh Soccer Associations. The All India Football Federation executive committee election will be held on 28
The Electoral Faculty of the Executive Committee features associates from just about every of the 36 associations and 36 representatives of foremost players (24 gentlemen and 12 ladies). Gamers who have performed at least one match for India and retired from global soccer two several years just before the election notification will be integrated in the Electoral Faculty. Bhutia, also known as the ‘Sikkimese Sniper’, is the most effective player India has ever seen. Bhutia also holds the distinction of being the to start with player to enjoy 100 matches for India. Bhutia, 45, retired immediately after the 2011 Asian Cup in Qatar. The debut was in 1995. JCT For Club Phagwara, East Bengal, Mohun Bagan and FC India. Also played for Bari (1999-2002).
