AFI President Adille Sumariwalla said that the 'No-Needle' policy has come into effect immediately after it was declared on Friday. "We have declared the 'No-Needle' policy on Friday and it has come into effect immediately. "We are zero tolerant in matters related to use of banned drugs by athletes and we are the first NSF to declare a 'No-Needle' policy in the country. "This committee will be authorised to search the rooms of athletes and ensure the compliance of No-Needle' policy of the AFI," a circular issued on Friday said. Sumirawalla said from now on, possession of needles inside the rooms of the trainees will be strictly prohibited.

Source: dna May 12, 2018 13:07 UTC