The opening day of the National Boxing Championships in Greater Noida was significantly delayed due to organizational and logistical failures. Boxers, coaches, and officials faced hours of waiting as competition rings were not ready on time, with issues including late vendor payments and locked venue gates cited as reasons. The event, intended to be the first combined men's and women's national championship, eventually began over four hours behind schedule, with only some men's bouts commencing. Reports also indicate problems with accommodation and hygiene.