New Delhi, Jan 8 :The All India Football Federation (AIFF) Today  condoled the demise of former FIFA referee Madhav Gangaya Suvarna.
Suvarna served as a former Secretary, AIFF Referees Board, and the Secretary of Gujarat Football Association.
AIFF President Praful Patel said: “It is really sad to hear that Suvarna is no more. His invaluable contribution to Indian football will always remain with us. I share the grief.”
Said Kushal Das, the AIFF General Secretary: “Suvarna was a great lover of football and his dedication for football was unparalleled. He was a very competent referee, a passionate instructor and a football administrator. My sincere condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace.”
The former FIFA referee also served as AFC Referee Assessor and a Match Commissioner for international matches including in AFC Asian Cup, AFC Champions League and AFC U16 Qualifiers.(UNI)