US EditionChina bars three female Indian athletes from Asian Games: Reports
- India has expressed strong protest against China's decision to issue invalid visas to three athletes from Arunachal Pradesh for the Asian Games. The athletes were given stapled visas instead of stamped ones, according to the Indian foreign ministry.
- The issue arises a day before the competition begins in Hangzhou, highlighting the timing's impact on the athletes' participation. India's foreign ministry statement further emphasizes the move as a violation of established norms by China.
- The issuance of invalid visas specifically affects the wushu competitors from Arunachal Pradesh, indicating that the protest by India is in defense of their athletes' rights and representation at the Asian Games.
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Sports Minister Anurag Thakur cancels Asian Games 2023 trip after China bars three Indian Wushu athletes from Arunachal
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