Leading lady bicycle owner alleges India coach of ‘inappropriate behaviour’ throughout preparatory camp in Slovenia

If reviews are to be believed, the coach was appointed after suggestion from the Cycling Federation of India (CFI).

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HIGHLIGHTSThe bicycle owner was part of the preparatory camp forward of the Asian Track Cycling ChampionshipsShe made the criticism to SAI by way of an emailR Ok Sharma has been working with the biking groups since 2018

A number one lady bicycle owner has alleged R Ok Sharma, the nationwide dash staff chief coach, of “inappropriate behaviour” throughout a camp in Slovenia. The bicycle owner, reportedly, was part of the preparatory camp forward of the Asian Track Cycling Championships, which is about to happen in Delhi from June 18 to 22.

If reviews are to be believed, the coach was appointed after suggestion from the Cycling Federation of India (CFI). It has been realized that the lady bicycle owner despatched the criticism by way of an electronic mail to the SAI (Sports Authority of India).

The assertion talked about that the bicycle owner was “immediately” introduced again to India “to ensure her safety”. The SAI and CFI have now shaped separate inquiry committees to delve deep into the matter.

“SAI has received a complaint from a cyclist of inappropriate behaviour by a coach during a foreign exposure camp in Slovenia. The coach was appointed on the recommendation of the CFI. Following the complaint by the athlete, SAI has immediately brought her back to India to ensure her safety and has also constituted a committee to investigate the matter. The matter is being dealt with on priority and will be resolved shortly,” SAI was quoted as saying in a press release.

“The Federation additionally shaped a committee with the Secretary General – Mr. Maninder Pal Singh, Mr. SS Sudeesh Kumar – President Kerala Cycling, Ms Dipali Nikam – Chief Coach Maharashtra Cycling Team and Mr. VN Singh, Assistant Secretary, CFI who met at present with the complainant and guaranteed ____ full assist throughout the time SAI committee comes out with its findings and determination,” the assertion added.

Sharma has been working with the biking staff since 2014. Sharma, who’s additionally a former Air Force HR supervisor, has labored with the junior and senior biking groups through the years with plenty of effectivity.