India, March 11 -- The Union sports ministry has revoked its suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), paving the way for India's participation in international competitions starting with the Asian Championships this month.

The ministry in its order has said the "continued governance void" will affect training and competition exposure of wrestlers and may affect India's medal prospects in the 2026 Asian Games and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics."

"Therefore in the larger interest of Indian sports and athletes, it is imperative to ensure stability in the administration of wrestling," the order issued on Monday added.

The WFI with Sanjay Singh as president was suspended on December 12, 2023, immediately after it came to power foll...