SAI strengthens support for Indian contingent at Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026

The Sports Authority of India has strengthened logistical and athlete-support measures for the Indian contingent at the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, including airport assistance, transport for shooters, medical team mobility and additional accommodation for coaches and support staff.

Hyderabad: The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has strengthened its on-ground support for the Indian contingent at the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 through a range of logistical and athlete-support measures.

A dedicated Reception and Assistance Team, comprising representatives from the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), SAI and the Embassy of India in Japan, has been deployed at the airport to welcome arriving athletes, coaches and support staff, assist with arrival formalities, and provide refreshments and guidance for onward travel to Games venues and accommodation.

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SAI has also introduced several measures to facilitate the contingent’s participation: Transport for shooters: Transport services have been provided to support Indian shooters in travelling to and from competition venues, medical team mobility: Cars have been arranged to enable medical teams to move efficiently between competition venues and provide timely assistance, additional accommodation: Rooms have been arranged for coaches and support staff who could not be accommodated by the Organising Committee due to limited availability.

Working closely with the IOA, the Embassy of India and the Games Organising Committee, SAI is ensuring coordinated logistical, medical and operational support for the Indian contingent, enabling athletes to remain focused on their sporting commitments throughout the Games.