India's Para Cyclist Confronts Federation's Failure Lisha Das, a 15 year old para cyclist from India, has taken an extraordinary step by rejecting her federation's support for the Commonwealth Games.
Her decision is not just about refusing to wear the official kit or carry the national flag; it's a scathing indictment of the country's sports authorities and their treatment of this young athlete.
Das's case is not without precedent. In recent years, several Indian athletes have spoken out against the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and its affiliated federations for their lack of support and harassment.