It's not cricket: Pakistan athletes allowed in India for multilateral sport
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It's not cricket: Pakistan athletes allowed in India for multilateral sport
"India's sport ministry announced that while Pakistani athletes can participate in multilateral events hosted by India, bilateral events, particularly cricket, will remain banned. The ministry emphasized the importance of international sports practices and the interests of Indian sportspersons."
"The visa process for sportspersons and officials from Pakistan will be simplified, and officials from international sports governing bodies will be granted multi-entry visas, facilitating their participation in events."
"India is positioning itself as a credible venue for international sports events, with plans to host the Commonwealth Games in 2030 and bids for the 2036 Olympics and 2038 Asian Games."
India's government has decided to permit Pakistani athletes to visit for multilateral sports events while continuing to ban bilateral events, including cricket. The visa process for athletes and officials will be simplified, and international sports governing body officials will receive multi-entry visas. India aims to establish itself as a credible venue for international sports, preparing to host the Commonwealth Games in 2030 and bidding for future Olympic and Asian Games. However, Indian teams will not compete in Pakistan, nor will Pakistani teams compete in India.
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