Participating countries have expressed concern over the living conditions The head of the Commonwealth Games has expressed concerns over the living conditions of the athletes in Delhi.
Commonwealth Games Federation chief Michael Fennell said the condition of the athletes village has “shocked the majority [of delegates]”.
Mr Fennell’s comments came after a number of participating countries have reportedly objected to the living conditions in the athletes village.
The Delhi Games are being held from 3 to 14 October.
Mr Fennell said in a statement that he had urged the Indian government to take immediate actions because “many issues remain unresolved”.
“The village is the cornerstone of any Games and the athletes deserve the best possible environment to prepare for their competition,” he said.
Reports said that New Zealand, Canada, Scotland and Ireland had objected to the living conditions in the athletes village.
“While cleanliness had been a concern for us, further inspection has revealed some issues with plumbing, wiring, internet access and mobile phone coverage,” New Zealand team’s chef de mission Dave Currie said in a statement quoted by the Associated Press news agency.
“We will now be advising sports that the accommodation is less than expected.”
Preparations for the event have been overshadowed by allegations of corruption and mismanagement. There have also been delays in construction and fears over security.
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