India Unveils New Sports Policy Amid Pakistan Tensions

The Indian Sports Ministry declared on Thursday that India will not partake in any bilateral sporting events with Pakistan, but it will not restrict its cricket team from participating in the upcoming Asia Cup, a multilateral event scheduled for next month.

This announcement comes as part of a newly unveiled policy that details India's international sports engagements, with a particular focus on its interactions with Pakistan. According to sources, the policy is set to take effect immediately.

The policy specifies that Indian teams are prohibited from competing in bilateral events hosted in Pakistan, and similarly, Pakistani teams will not be allowed to compete on Indian soil. However, India is committed to participating in multilateral events, guided by adherence to the Olympic Charter.

(With inputs from agencies.)