Kiren Rijiju says that there are plans to send Indian concepts in advance for the Tokyo Olympics

Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju said on Friday that the ministry is planning to send the Indian Olympic contingent in advance for the Tokyo Games so that the athletes conform to the conditions. “There are only three months left for the Olympic Games. Athletes are giving their best to book their seats for the Olympics and for the country. The ministry is also planning to send the Olympic team in advance so that they have time to adjust.” Rijiju told ANI, “In the climate there, they will be able to train in the conditions that will help them during the competition.”

“Arrangements are being made for our athletes and their team (technical), they will be placed in various places in Japan. Right now, some of them are still participating in tournaments. There are some qualifying competitions happening.

He said, “But we have made a detailed plan for this. I have spoken to the Indian Olympic Association and we have a committee to plan and prepare for the Olympics and the entire management. Athletes where Will also be able to train and practice.

Ace wrestler Bajrang Punia said on Thursday that he had already received his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. This has served to raise some eyebrows as there has been no official announcement on the start of vaccination for athletes associated with the Olympics.

However, Rijiju said that Punia wanted to feel safe and that is why he went ahead and vaccinated himself.

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“For vaccination, we are in discussion with the Ministry of Health. He (Bajrang) would have thought that due to the delay, he wanted to be safe. I can’t comment right now, but about the safety of all of us Worried. Players, “said Rijiju.

Originally held last year, the Tokyo Olympics, but postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will be held from July 23 to August 8.