Bhubaneswar, Aug. 22 -- World Athletics Vice President Adille Sumariwalla and senior athletics officials highlighted the importance of the World Athletics Silver Level Continental Tour meet held in Bhubaneswar, saying the event will provide Indian athletes with valuable international exposure ahead of the Asian Games.

Speaking to ANI, Sumariwalla said the competition allowed Indian athletes to compete against some of the world's top performers without having to travel abroad.

"Well, it will really help in the future of the players because last year we had bronze; this year we have silver. We've got top athletes coming, people in the top 10 in the world, people in the top 25 in the world, people in the top 50 in the world," Sumariwalla s...