The decision came after two Pakistanis were denied visas to compete in New Delhi following Pulwama attack that killed at least 40 Indian soldiers.
Islamabad (Pakistan Point News – 23rd February, 2019) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has barred India to host future events after it denied visas to Pakistani athletes.
Not only has the IOC suspended all Indian applications to host future events, it has urged international sports federations not to stage competitions in the country.
The decision came after two Pakistanis were denied visas to compete in New Delhi following Pulwama attack that killed at least 40 Indian soldiers.
The IOC said the refusal of visas for competitors went against the principles of the Olympic charter relating to discrimination and political interference from the host country.
"Since becoming aware of the issue, and in spite of intense last-minute efforts and discussions with the Indian government authorities, no solution has been found to allow the Pakistani delegation to enter India in time to compete," the IOC statement said.
"As a result, the IOC Executive board also decided to suspend all discussions with the Indian NOC and government regarding the potential applications for hosting future sports and Olympic-related events in India," it said.
The body also urged all international sports federations not to hold events in India, or grant hosting rights to the country for future competitions, until the government had provided "clear written guarantees" to ensure access for all athletes.
