Fencing Association of India
The Fencing Association of India (FAI) is the governing body for the sport of fencing in India and is recognized by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) as one of its National Sports Association members. It is affiliated to the Asian Fencing Confederation, Commonwealth Fencing Federation and Fédération Internationale d'Escrime (FIE). It was founded in 1974 and recognized by Indian Government in 1997.[1]
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| Sport | Fencing |
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| Jurisdiction | Asia |
| Abbreviation | FAI |
| Founded | 1974 |
| Affiliation | FIE |
| Regional affiliation | FCA |
| Headquarters | Delhi, India |
| President | Pankaj Singh |
| Secretary | Rajiv Mehta |
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Competitions
The association has been holding national competitions in Sub-Junior (1999) Jaipur Rajasthan, Cadet (2004) Cheenai Tamilnaidu, Junior (1992), and Senior (1986) categories, both for boys/men and girls/women.
State and services federations
There are currently 30 state associations and 2 services associations (SSB and SSPB) affiliated with the Fencing Association of India.[2]
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References
- "History". History.
- "State Associations". Fencing Association of India.
- "Delhi State Fencing Association". delhifencing.com.
- "Haryana State Fencing Association". Haryana State Fencing Association.
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| Oceania (OFC) |
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