BFI Suspends Secretary General Pramod Kumar Over Misconduct
Boxing Federation of India suspends Secretary General Pramod Kumar over financial irregularities and administrative overreach.
The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has taken decisive disciplinary action by placing Secretary General Pramod Kumar under immediate interim suspension. The move comes as the federation launches a high-stakes investigation into serious allegations involving financial irregularities, procedural violations, and a blatant refusal to cooperate with official oversight.
Serious Financial Allegations Uncovered
At the heart of the controversy is a massive financial discrepancy involving an external broadcasting agency. According to a formal order issued by BFI President Ajay Singh, the federation was blindsided by significant financial claims stemming from a major tournament. The investigation revealed that a work order had been issued directly using Kumar's personal credentials—a move that was reportedly concealed from the President, the Finance Committee, and other competent authorities.
This unauthorized commitment reportedly bypassed the prescribed financial authorization limits assigned to the Secretary General, exposing the federation to unexpected and severe liabilities. The BFI has flagged this as a major breach of administrative protocol.
Obstruction of Justice and Administrative Overreach
Beyond the financial concerns, the BFI has accused Kumar of actively undermining the federation's governance. The suspension follows several instances of non-cooperation, including:
- Ignoring Official Notices: Kumar failed to respond to a formal Show Cause Notice and a subsequent extension notice.
- Evading Inquiry: He repeatedly failed to cooperate with a duly constituted Inquiry Committee that was investigating the sudden cancellation of a national-level championship.
- Targeting Officials: The federation noted that Kumar issued unauthorized cease-and-desist notices against senior BFI officials.
- Attempted Coup: He allegedly attempted to unlawfully convene meetings to move a no-confidence motion against President Ajay Singh.
- Reputational Damage: The BFI claims Kumar launched public media campaigns designed to stall the administration and malign the reputation of the federation.
Immediate Restrictions Imposed
The suspension, signed on October 13, 2026, is an interim protective measure intended to safeguard the federation's interests and ensure the ongoing investigation remains unhindered. The BFI emphasized that this is not a final verdict but a necessary step to allow for a full examination of the allegations under proper procedural safeguards.
"You are hereby placed under interim suspension from the office of Secretary General with immediate effect, pending completion of the inquiry or until the order is modified or revoked by the competent authority," the official order stated.
During this period, Kumar has been strictly prohibited from:
- Exercising any official functions of the Secretary General.
- Utilizing BFI communication channels or official letterheads.
- Accessing any official records relevant to the ongoing investigations.
The federation has demanded that Kumar extend full cooperation to the Inquiry Committee as they work to resolve these critical administrative and financial crises.