Six-time world champion boxer M C Mary Kom on Friday stepped down as India’s chef-de-mission for the upcoming Paris Olympics, saying she is “left with no alternative” because of some private causes. Indian Olympic Affiliation (IOA) President PT Usha introduced that Mary Kom had requested to be relieved from her place in a letter to addressed to her. “I contemplate it an honour to serve my nation in each manner potential, and I used to be mentally ready for it. Nonetheless, I remorse that I will be unable to uphold the distinguished accountability and wish to resign, owing to private causes,” the 41-year-old said in a letter to Usha. “It’s embarrassing to retreat from a dedication, which I seldom do, however I’m left with no alternative. I’m there to cheer on my nation and the athletes competing on this Olympic Video games, with nice expectations,” she added.

The IOA had introduced her appointment on March 21.

The celebrated boxer, who can also be a bronze-medallist from the 2012 London Olympics, was to be the logistical in-charge of the nation’s contingent on the July 26-August 11 Video games.

“We’re unhappy that Olympic medal profitable boxer and Chairperson of the IOA Athletes Fee Mary Kom has stepped down citing private causes. We respect her determination and her privateness,” Usha stated in a press release.

“I shall make the suitable consultations and shortly make an announcement in regards to the alternative for Mary Kom.” Usha stated she had a dialog with Mary Kom after receiving her letter.

“I utterly perceive her request and respect her determination. I’ve additionally conveyed to her that she’s going to all the time have my very own assist and that of IOA. I additionally request everybody to respect the legendary boxer’s privateness,” she stated.

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