Asian Games 2026: SAI Steps up Support to India Athletes with Transport and Extra Rooms
SAI also arranged airport assistance, shooter transport and rooms for coaches and support staff after reports of accommodation and travel problems.
- The Sports Authority of India is providing enhanced on-ground support for the 501-strong Indian contingent at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan to ensure athletes can focus on their performance.
- These measures follow a chaotic start to the 20th edition of the Games, where athletes faced inadequate accommodation, extensive delays, and a lack of refreshments after arriving in Japan.
- SAI arranged rooms for coaches and support staff the Organising Committee could not house, while also providing dedicated transport services for shooters traveling to competition venues in Toyota city.
- A dedicated reception team now assists arrivals at the airport with formalities and guidance, while SAI has provided cars enabling medical teams to move efficiently between competition venues.
- Working with the Indian Olympic Association and the Embassy, SAI is coordinating operational support as the team aims to improve upon the 106 medals won in the previous Games.
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Asian Games 2026: SAI Strengthens On-ground Support for Indian Contingent
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Times of IndiaAsian Games 2026: SAI steps up support to India athletes with transport and extra rooms
The Sports Authority of India has enhanced athlete support at the Asian Games. Transport facilities were arranged for shooters and rooms for coaches and staff. Medical teams received cars for efficient movement between competition venues. A dedicated reception team assists arriving athletes with formalities and guidance. India's 501-strong contingent will receive comprehensive logistical and medical support.
SAI Steps Up Support For Indian Contingent At Asian Games
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has increased its on-ground support for Indian athletes at the Asian Games in Japan, providing transport for shooters and accommodation for staff, following reports of logistical issues and international criticism against the Organising Committee.
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