The Sports Authority of India has allowed non-residential athletes to train at its National Center of Excellence (NCOE). They will need to strictly follow all COVID-19 protocols to protect the bio-bubble created for the country’s Tokyo Olympic-bound sportspersons. They will be allowed to practice at staggered times in consultation with their respective coaches. “As everyone knows the training of the National Center of Excellence (NCOE) has resumed and the athletes are gradually taking shape to the expected level.
A letter issued by SAI’s Regional Director (Operations), Shiva stated, “In this regard, it has come to the notice of the competent authority that NCOE’s non-residential athletes are deprived of training from the responsibilities of maintaining the bio-bubble.” . ” Sharma, read
The letter, which is in the possession of PTI, said that the regional heads and NCOE in-charge have the discretion to allow talented non-residential athletes to be staggered and to follow all COVID-19 protocols.
“Regional heads / NCOEs in-charge may allow non-residential athletes to train with immediate effect on a residential basis at their discretion.
“Talented young national level athletes coming and playing plans or NCOE non-residential athletes may also be allowed to practice at staggered times in consultation with their respective coaches.
“It has been reiterated that all safety procedures are to be followed to ensure the safety of athletes against COVID-19.”
Meanwhile, the Chief Executive Officer of Lakshya Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), Cdr Rajesh Rajagopalan, issued a separate advisory for Indian athletes due to participating in domestic and international competitions.
In case of a worldwide spike, with cases of COVID-19, Rajagopalan advised the National Sports Federations (NSFs) and athletes to take maximum precautions during tourism.
“With the Olympics booming and the restoration of COVID restrictions around the world and the domestic calendar post waiver, it has become mandatory to send athletes / national teams to participate in these tournaments / events to aid their preparation for the Olympics. .
“However, it has been observed that an increase in COVID positive cases has been observed among athletes returning to their training bases after participating in these exposures,” Rajagopalan said.
Various parts of India, especially the western states, have also seen growth in recent weeks.
“While the importance of participating in these exposure tours cannot be denied, it is imperative that we practice due diligence and take all necessary precautions when sending athletes outside of our training base to minimize adverse effects.
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“To minimize any other infection to our Olympic bound athletes, it is requested that the Federation advise all athletes to follow safety protocols issued by local authorities / organizers during domestic and international competitions and training Could. “
Five Indian hockey players, including captain Manpreet Singh, tested COVID after returning to their training base at SAI Bengaluru from a break last August. In addition, six shooters have so far tested positive for the virus at the ongoing ISSF World Cup in the national capital.
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