Archery Association of India's Treasurer Elected To World Archery Medical Committee

Last Updated:September 03, 2025, 19:49 IST

Dr. Joris Paulose Ummacheril of Archery Association of India was elected to World Archery's medical and sports science committee at the 56th Congress in Gwagnju, South Korea.

Dr. Joris Paulose Ummacheril and Indranil Datta (X)

Dr. Joris Paulose Ummacheril, the treasurer of the Archery Association of India, was elected as a member of the medical and sports science committee of World Archery at its 56th Congress, which concluded in Gwagnju, South Korea on Wednesday.

The committee comprises five elected members, including a chairperson and deputy chairperson who will be selected from among them. At least three members, including the chairperson, must be qualified doctors. Members serve a two-year term.

“I wholeheartedly thank our president Arjun Munda ji, secretary general Virendra Sachdeva ji, Anil Kamineni ji and each and every one of you for the support and trust in me," Dr Ummacheril said after his election.

World Archery states that the committee’s key policy responsibilities include addressing all medical issues related to participation in the sport. This encompasses the development and dissemination of medical and sports sciences in archery, safety and emergency requirements during competitions, nutritional advice, hygienic rules, and measures for extreme environmental conditions. The committee also represents World Archery in meetings with the IOC Medical Committee, ASOIF, and FIMS.

Candidates for the committee must have a medical or scientific background, with at least a master’s degree recommended.

Dr. Ummacheril, who holds a BHMS degree from the University of Calicut, has been associated with the AAI in various roles for the past 15 years. A former archer, the 49-year-old has served as a continental judge at the Asian Grand Prix (2013, 2014), Asian Championships (2019), and Para Asian Games (2023), among other events. He has also operated a homeopathy clinic since 2005.

“I believe the committee can play a significant role in educating archers and coaches on how to understand, prevent and manage injuries in archery," he added.

At the same Congress, India’s Indranil Datta was re-elected to the judges’ committee of World Archery.

Who Is President Of World Archery?

Meanwhile, Greg Easton of the USA was elected the 10th president of World Archery, succeeding Prof. Dr. Ugur Erdener, with a four-year mandate. Easton received 208 votes, compared to 96 for his opponent, current secretary general Tom Dielen.

“Yesterday I asked you to join me on this journey," the president-elect said to delegates.

Easton’s father, James, previously served as president from 1989-2005. Greg’s term officially begins when the Congress closes.

Reflecting on his 20 years of service, Erdener highlighted archery’s growth and the transformation of World Archery into a modern, globally recognised federation. Among his achievements, he mentioned the establishment of the World Archery Excellence Centre in 2016 and the launch of the World Cup series. He also noted innovations to make the sport more TV-friendly, including match set systems, live biometric broadcasts, and social media streaming, which garnered record audiences at the Tokyo and Paris Olympics.

Delegates from 151 national federations (plus proxies) attended the Congress, with India (AAI) represented by president Munda and secretary general Sachdeva.

Ritayan Basu

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September 03, 2025, 19:49 IST

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