Supreme Court of India · 2025-09-19
All India Football Federation vs Rahul Mehra
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- All India Football Federation
- Respondent
- Rahul Mehra
- Author
- Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha
- Bench
- Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined the constitutional validity and governance issues related to the All India Football Federation, focusing on eligibility criteria, disqualifications, and the definition of office-bearers. The court analyzed whether the federation's rules and disqualifications, especially concerning criminal charges and public service, adhered to constitutional principles and fair governance standards. The judgment emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in sports administration. The court ultimately upheld the federation's regulations, subject to constitutional safeguards.