The Punjab Swimming Association has unveiled a 10-member state team for the 79th Senior National Aquatic Championship, which is set to take place in Ahmedabad from June 16 to 21. The championship, organized under the aegis of the Swimming Federation of India, holds significant importance as it will serve as a qualifying event for major international competitions, including the upcoming Commonwealth Games and Asian Games.
Team Composition
The squad includes swimmers from across Punjab. Rudra Chaudhary and Jasleen Kaur Dhillon from Ludhiana; Ekambir Kaur Sandhu, Rajveer Singh, and Manvin Singh from Jalandhar; Chahat Arora from Mohali; Ranvijay Singh Chahal, Yashvardhan Rajoria, and Yuvandeep Singh from Patiala; and Katana Chahal from Faridkot will represent the state. Balraj Sharma, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Punjab Swimming Association, confirmed the selection.
Key Athletes and Expectations
Punjab's hopes will largely rest on senior national gold medallist Chahat Arora, who is expected to deliver strong performances. The championship will also provide athletes an opportunity to secure berths for the 3rd BRICS Aquatic Championship and the 12th Asian Age Group Swimming Championship.
Support Staff
Gurinder Singh will accompany the contingent as team manager, while Harmandeep Singh has been appointed as coach. Raj Kumar will officiate at the championship as a technical official, added Sharma.
