Ministry orders probe over athletes' suicide attempts
One of the athletes, a 15-year-old, died and three others, all undergoing training at the Water Sports Centre of the SAI in Alapuzha, were hospitalised.
A stunned Sports Ministry swung into action today by ordering an inquiry and directing SAI Director General Injeti Srinivas to rush to Kerala for an on the spot assessment.
“I am deeply aggrieved by the incident that has happened in Kerala. The young girl who has died was a very promising sportsperson. It is a big loss to the country in general and Sports Authority of India and sports fraternity in particular.
I convey my condolences to the bereaved family. We will give all possible help to the bereaved family,” Sports Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said in a statement.
“Three girls are still undergoing treatment. I pray for their speedy recovery. To provide them the best possible treatment is our top priority. Local police is investigating the matter. I have also directed the Director General of SAI to rush to the spot and give me a factual report. I have specifically directed him to ensure that the best possible treatment is made available to the three girls who are undergoing treatment.
The condition of the three hospitalised athletes was serious with two of them put on pacemakers. The next 48 hours will be crucial.
The girls were undergoing training at the Water Sports Centre of the SAI at nearby Punnamada. Relatives alleged that the girls were being physically and mentally tortured by some seniors
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