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According to a report by Asomiya Pratidin, the Indian sports contingent at the ongoing Asian Games is facing significant logistical hurdles regarding athlete accommodation. Due to a shortage of space at the designated athlete village, officials have reportedly explored options to house participants with the help of the local Indian diaspora. The competition, which officially commenced this past Saturday, has seen several athletes forced to wait for room assignments or be relocated to alternative facilities.

Sahdev Yadav, the Chef-de-Mission for the Indian team, confirmed that approximately 35 athletes have already been moved to hotels to address the shortfall. The report notes that the housing situation has been unconventional, with some participants accommodated in container-style units, cruise ships docked at the port, and various local hotels. The Indian badminton team is among those who were transferred to hotel facilities following delays in securing their original designated housing.

While the Ministry of Sports continues to coordinate with organizers to stabilize the living arrangements, the situation has raised concerns about the impact on athlete preparation. As more members of the Indian delegation arrive for their respective events, officials are working to ensure that all participants are provided with adequate living conditions to maintain their focus on the games. The ministry has emphasized that resolving these logistical issues remains a top priority for the remainder of the tournament.