 "India's Rajiv Arokia competes in men's 400m heat during the athletics competition at the 18th Asian Games in Jakarta. Photo: PTI")
No handshakes or hugging, no spitting and no salon visits are among the guidelines the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) issued after a lockdown to contain the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) was extended. Athletes may train at stadiums but without spectators.
The athletes at the National Institute of Sports: Patiala (NIS-Patiala) and Sports Authority of India Centre in Bengaluru are, however, yet to resume outdoor training.
AFI asked athletes to train under strict social distancing guidelines and follow additional norms issued by the government "religiously".
According to the standard operating procedures (SOP), athletes are prohibited from training if
The athletes at the National Institute of Sports: Patiala (NIS-Patiala) and Sports Authority of India Centre in Bengaluru are, however, yet to resume outdoor training.
AFI asked athletes to train under strict social distancing guidelines and follow additional norms issued by the government "religiously".
According to the standard operating procedures (SOP), athletes are prohibited from training if
