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Atma Maharaj re-elected as Weightlifting Fiji President

Weightlifting Fiji held its Annual General Meeting on 31 August and elected its Executive Board Members for the next term.

After delivering the 2019 Junior World Championships with a success beyond belief under his leadership, it comes at no surprise the Federation voted confidence again for Atma Maharaj and re-assured him in his position as the President of Weightlifting Fiji.

Atma Maharaj

Weightlifting Fiji shined through the JWC this June, defying all scepticism and despite not having experience in delivering a world-level event, they provided a highly enjoyable, well organized Championships.

Five new members were elected to the Board: Josaia Tuinamata as Vice President, Sera Vakaloloma and Abigail Erikson as Members, Melaia Druwani as Assistant Secretary and Timothy Vakuruivalu as the Athletes Rep. Della Shaw-Elder, Secretary-General; Sikeli Tuinamuana, Treasurer; Henry Elder, Member and Chris Yee, Vice President were re-elected for their positions.