CHIDAMBARAM-GAMES 2 LAST

"In fact, there are many countries that face a greater
threat, like for example Pakistan. We will provide foolproof
security for the CWG," Chidambaram said.

The build up to the Games has been plagued by
controversies with the Commonwealth Games Federation chief
Michael Fennell raising questions about the "tardy"
preparations for the multi-discipline event.
The public spat between CWG Organising Committee Chairman
Suresh Kalmadi and CGF CEO Mike Hooper has only aggravated the
relations between the Indian organisers and their parent body.
Security has been a major issue after the Mumbai terror
attacks last November, which led to the abrupt end to the
one-day series between India and England and the postponement
of the inaugural Champions League.
Australia's Commonwealth Games chief Perry Crosswhite
had earlier this month raised concerns about security in
Delhi and had said that he could not guarantee safety of his
country's athletes.
He said it was up to the sports federations to decide
whether they want to send their teams to India or not.
In recent times, Australia forfeited its Davis Cup tie
against India in May, citing security fears. The Asia/Oceania
Group tie was scheduled to be played in Chennai from May 8-10.
In August, England and two Austrian players had pulled
out of the World Badminton Championship in south Indian city
Hyderabad again fearing safety.
The event however passed off without any untoward
incident and home minister made a point by watching matches
from the spectators' gallery on the final day. PTI MRM
ANU


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