Athletes criticize organisational, logistical mishaps at ‘sad’ Asian Games

Repeated organizational failures at the Asian Games have left athletes frustrated, exhausted, and disappointed, with rain delays adding to their woes. The opening ceremony was lavish but overshadowed by a housing crisis, logistical errors, and scheduling issues since the Games began on September 19 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Indian badminton player PV Sindhu complained about a grueling schedule, while Pakistan’s volleyball team was mistakenly taken to the wrong gym, preventing warm-up. Pakistan’s team captain Murad Jehan criticized Japan for damaging the dignity and discipline of the Games.