New Delhi, Oct. 8 -- Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) president Devendra Jhajharia on Thursday defended the selection process for the upcoming Asian Para Games in Japan, saying all prescribed criteria had been followed while leaving the door open to reconsidering decisions after discussions with protesting athletes and the authorities.
Jhajharia said selections across disciplines had been made according to guidelines laid down by the PCI, Sports Ministry and Sports Authority of India (SAI), while stressing that athletes remained the committee's top priority.
"Whether it is athletics, cycling, swimming or shooting, we have ensured that all the selection criteria have been met. We have followed the guidelines laid down by the Ministry. T...