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Equestrian Federation of India Faces Suspension by International Body Amid Governance Crisis
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News18•16-10-2026, 08:39
Equestrian Federation of India Faces Suspension by International Body Amid Governance Crisis
- •The International Equestrian Federation will suspend the Equestrian Federation of India starting December 1 due to a prolonged governance crisis and lack of an elected executive committee.
- •The suspension blocks Indian riders, officials, trainers, and horses from participating in international competitions under any flag.
- •The Delhi High Court dissolved EFI's executive committee in February 2026, and elections have failed to take place since the elected tenure expired in September 2023.
- •Elections are expected to be completed by January 31, 2027, but the suspension will not be lifted automatically until the international body evaluates the electoral outcome.
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The International Equestrian Federation suspended the Equestrian Federation of India due to a prolonged governance crisis caused by the Delhi High Court's dissolution of its executive committee in February 2026 and the failure to conduct fresh elections.
The suspension takes effect on December 1, 2026, and prevents Indian riders, officials, trainers, and horses from participating in international events. Additionally, the EFI is barred from attending meetings or organizing international competitions.
Elections for the EFI executive committee are expected to be completed by January 31, 2027. However, the suspension will not be lifted automatically and must first be evaluated and reviewed by the international governing body.
