Patan High Court intervenes in ANFA’s plan for early elections

Summary

The Patan High Court has temporarily halted the All Nepal Football Association's early election process scheduled for February 11, following a petition filed by a former ANFA employee. The court will hold a hearing on January 20 to decide on the matter.

Key Points
  • The Patan High Court issued an interim order stopping ANFA's early election process until January 20.
  • The early elections were scheduled by ANFA for February 11 in Jhapa, with candidate submissions initially set for January 17.
  • The interim order was prompted by a case filed by Amit Khatri, a former ANFA employee.
  • ANFA General Secretary Kiran Rai defended the early elections, citing compliance with ANFA Statute despite opposition from some executive and local members.
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