Overview
- SAI confirmed on Tuesday that it has formed a Reception and Assistance Team at airports to help arriving athletes, coaches and support staff with formalities, guidance and refreshments.
- The authority arranged dedicated transport for shooters and provided cars for medical teams to ensure timely travel between competition venues and prompt care for athletes.
- SAI secured additional hotel rooms for coaches and support staff who were not housed by the Games Organising Committee because of limited availability.
- Officials say the on-ground response is coordinated with the Indian Olympic Association, the Embassy of India in Japan and the Games Organising Committee to limit further disruption to training and competition schedules.
- The 501-strong Indian contingent faces reputational and performance risks from the initial logistical failures, and SAI’s measures aim to stabilise preparations while scrutiny of the organisers’ handling of arrivals continues.