The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has finally implemented the long-pending ban on dual posts after a firm directive from the Supreme Court. Acting on the apex court’s October 15 order, the federation formally adopted Articles 25.3(c) and 25.3(d), which prohibit AIFF executive committee members from simultaneously holding positions in any state association — a move aimed at eliminating conflicts of interest and ensuring cleaner governance.
However, the newly enforced rule will not impact the current leadership. AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey and the existing executive committee remain protected until their term concludes in September 2026, as noted by the Supreme Court earlier while recognising the committee’s legitimacy.
The amendments, aligned with the framework prepared by Justice (Retd) L. Nageswara Rao, were approved during a virtual Special General Meeting. This decision ends a governance battle stretching back to 2017, during which the clauses had been repeatedly deferred.
The Supreme Court had already approved the draft constitution on September 19 and granted four weeks for implementation. With the adoption of these contentious clauses, the AIFF has now brought its constitution fully in line with judicial, FIFA, and AFC requirements.
