'Kashmir, Northeast Missing': Lovlina Borgohain And BFI Object To Incomplete Indian Map On Glasgow Restaurant Napkins
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An official row has erupted at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow after Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) raised strong objections over paper napkins printed with an incomplete map of India. The napkins, distributed at a local eatery in the host city, completely omitted the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir as well as India’s North-Eastern states.
The incident came to light during an outing by members of the Indian boxing delegation, who noticed the distorted graphic on table napkins handed to customers.
BFI Flags Misrepresentation Of Indian Borders
Taking prompt action, BFI officials alongside Assam-born boxer Lovlina Borgohain formally registered their protest against the distorted depiction of the nation's political boundaries. The omission of the North-East struck a particularly sensitive chord within the squad, given that several prominent Indian boxers—including Lovlina—hail from the region.
Indian sports officials pointed out that handing out materials with chopped-up national boundaries disrespects sovereign borders, especially during a high-profile multi-sport event where athletes are representing their nation on the global stage.
Contingent Seeks Withdrawal Of Napkins
The BFI immediately brought the issue to the attention of local authorities and venue management to ensure the offensive printed napkins were withdrawn from circulation across local venues.
While India's boxers finished a stellar campaign inside the ring at the Scottish Event Campus, team officials made it clear that any disrespect shown toward national identity outside the arena remains completely unacceptable.
