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"The Commission will continue its visit and they would
come next on December 14 to address all key areas and all
operational areas," Fennell said.

Reminding that time was running out fast, Fennell said,
"Two years before the Games, I had told the OC that time was
not your friend and now one year before it, I say time is your
enemy. But together, we can defeat it."

Fennell said a Chef-de-Missions meeting would take place
in March next year where the head of the missions would take
stock of the progress and return home accordingly.

The CGF chief identified infrastructure and security as
two important areas and sounded confident with both.

"A great deal has been discussed and achieved. Despite
lagging behind, we feel the venues would be ready in 2010 well
before testing events. That remains a top priority because
venues cannot afford anymore slippage and it should be ensured
that the new deadlines are met.

"We fully acknowledge the strong commitment of the Indian
and Delhi government to complete the venues and Games Village
on time and with due diligence, this can be done," he said.

On the safety aspect of the Games, Fennell said, "During
the visit, we also witness the commitment of security.
Everyone here for the CGF General Assembly felt they have been
operation in a safe and secure environment and this can be
extended to the Games itself. More PTI SSC
DDC


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