TIL Desk Sports/ Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia has been reinstated as advisor to the All India Football Federation (AIFF) for a one year term. Bhutia’s contract as advisor was not renewed after December. In March he was also removed from the technical committee of the AIFF and was replaced by former India legend Shyam Thapa.
“Yes I have agreed to a one year contract extension as the advisor to the AIFF,” Bhutia confirmed on Tuesday when asked about it. “When I took charge as advisor for the first time, India were ranked in the region of 160. When I left in December, they were around 130. Now the aim will be to take things forward.
“We will also be focusing more on grassroots programme. During my first stint, I had put a lot of emphasis on grassroots as that is the way forward. Also state licensing is an aspect I want to train my eyes on this time,” the iconic Sikkimese footballer added.
