118 Indian sportspersons are participating in Rio Olympics 2016.

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Indian sportspersons and teams have qualified to participate in 15 sports disciplines namely; Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Boxing, Golf, Gymnastics, Hockey, Judo, Rowing, Shooting, Table Tennis, Lawn Tennis, Wrestling, Weightlifting, Swimming. The details of disciplinewise sportspersons, expected to participate in Rio Olympics 2016. '

Vijay Goel, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Youth Affairs and Sports told the Lok Sabha on August 10, "Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has made arrangements for providing tracksuit etc. to the sportspersons who are to participate in Rio Olympics, 2016 through sponsors. Further, as part of training and coaching prior to their participation in Rio Olympics, 2016, all requisite requirements and needs of Indian sportspersons including those relating to tracksuits, shoes etc. have been taken care of by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports."