Neetal Narang will serve as India's first Safeguarding Officer at the Asian Games. She will be the athletes' primary contact for harassment and abuse concerns. This role is mandatory for the Olympic Council of Asia's events. India will send 503 athletes to compete in 36 different sports. The contingent's support staff includes a limited number of women.
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has launched a new reform in the history of the Asian Games. For the first time, it has appointed a special 'Safeguarding Officer' to address issues such as sexual and psychological harassment and neglect faced by athletes at mega events.