IOA Will Talk to Govt After 23 May to Sort Pakistan Visa Issue

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) will have discussions with the government after the general elections to address the visa issues faced by Pakistan athletes, said its secretary general Rajeev Mehta here Thursday.

Mehta, who was here for the launch of India’s first Kho Kho League, said few Pakistani players had shown their interest to participate in the tournament.

“We will talk to the government after May 23 regarding the visa issues faced by Pakistan players. Pakistan athletes have expressed their wish to participate in this league,” said Mehta, who is also the chairman of Kho Kho Federation of India.