September 24, 2025 1:09 PM
Govt notifies selection criteria for Asian Games 2026, other multi-sport events
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on Wednesday announced new selection criteria for participation of individuals and teams in the 2026 Asian Games and other multi-sport events, aimed at ensuring only medal prospects make it to the Indian contingent. According to the ministry, the framework lays down clear benchmarks for measurable and non-measurable sports to bring in transparency and equity in the selection process. For measurable individual sports, athletes will qualify if they have m...