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SAI Boosts Asian Games Support for Indian Athletes with Transport, Extra Rooms
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News18•22-09-2026, 12:00
SAI Boosts Asian Games Support for Indian Athletes with Transport, Extra Rooms
- •The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has enhanced on-ground support for Indian athletes at the Asian Games in Japan.
- •SAI arranged transport facilities for shooters and secured extra rooms for coaches and support staff not accommodated by the Organising Committee.
- •Cars have been provided for medical teams to ensure efficient movement and timely assistance to athletes.
- •A dedicated Reception and Assistance Team from IOA, SAI, and the Indian Embassy in Japan is assisting arrivals with formalities, refreshments, and guidance.
- •SAI is working with IOA, the Indian Embassy, and Games Organising Committee to provide coordinated logistical, medical, and operational support for the 501-strong Indian contingent.
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The Sports Authority of India (SAI) arranged transportation facilities for shooters, extra hotel rooms for coaches and support staff, and cars for medical teams to move efficiently between venues and assist athletes.
Additional hotel rooms were booked because the Indian contingent discovered that their official accommodation quota had been reduced upon arrival, leading to logistical challenges and space shortages.
The shooting venue is situated at Toyota city in the Aichi prefecture, which is more than 75km away from Nagoya.
