India's para cyclist Lisha Das rejects federation's support, opts for own kit and flag

India's para cyclist Lisha Das escalated her dispute with sports authorities ahead of the Commonwealth Games, informing the Cycling Federation of India she will not wear the official India kit and will carry her own Tricolour.

She will stay outside the team hotel, travel on independently booked tickets, and decline the federation's travel and accommodation arrangements in Glasgow, citing harassment and lack of support.

Lisha demanded immediate accreditation and field-of-play access for her coach Aditya Mehta, technician K Dattatraya, and physiotherapist Dr Asha Shaikh as her essential support personnel.

She objected to the use of her photographs on official platforms of the Paralympic Committee of India, alleging misleading impression of support, and warned of legal action as a minor without guardian consent.

Lisha has independently borne expenses for training, equipment, and Games participation totaling around Rs 12 lakh, including non-refundable tickets and private accommodation.