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Kushal Das, Ex-AIFF General Secretary, Dies at 66

20 March 20261 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSKushal Das,Ex-AIFF GeneralSecretary, Dies at6620 March 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

News in March 2026 reported the passing of Kushal Das, who once ran the administrative side of Indian football.

Key facts

  • Person: Kushal Das, ex-General Secretary of AIFF.
  • Age at death: 66.
  • Tenure: 2010 to 2022.
  • Event linked to him: FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017, hosted in India.

Legacy

  • Played a key role in football development.
  • Strengthened administration and infrastructure of Indian football.

Exam angle

  • Federation: All India Football Federation (AIFF).
  • Tournament to recall: FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017.
  • Years in office: 2010-2022.

Test yourself

1. Kushal Das, who died in March 2026, was a former General Secretary of which body?

He served as AIFF General Secretary.

2. During which period did Kushal Das serve as AIFF General Secretary?

His tenure ran from 2010 to 2022.

3. Kushal Das contributed to hosting which tournament in India?

He contributed to hosting the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017.

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