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Madhya Pradesh CM Inaugurates 26th National Para Swimming Championship in Bhopal
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 01:34 PM
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The 26th National Para Swimming Championship began in Bhopal with athletes from 26 states, as Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan emphasized the need to expand sports facilities in the state.
Bhopal witnessed the opening ceremony of the 26th National Para Swimming Championship on Saturday. The event, organized by the Swimming Federation of India, features para swimmers representing all 26 Indian states, marking a significant gathering for adaptive sports in the country.
Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan presided over the inauguration, congratulating the athletes for their achievements and urging the state government to accelerate the development of dedicated training centres and accessible infrastructure for differently‑abled sportspersons.
Officials said the championship will run for several days, with multiple categories and distance events scheduled. The competition aims to identify talent for upcoming national and international meets, including the Asian Para Games.
The presence of senior officials underscores the growing emphasis on inclusive sports policy in Madhya Pradesh, aligning with the central government's push for broader participation of persons with disabilities in competitive athletics.
Organisers expect the event to draw media attention and encourage other states to invest in para‑sports facilities, thereby strengthening India's overall performance on the global stage.
Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan presided over the inauguration, congratulating the athletes for their achievements and urging the state government to accelerate the development of dedicated training centres and accessible infrastructure for differently‑abled sportspersons.
Officials said the championship will run for several days, with multiple categories and distance events scheduled. The competition aims to identify talent for upcoming national and international meets, including the Asian Para Games.
The presence of senior officials underscores the growing emphasis on inclusive sports policy in Madhya Pradesh, aligning with the central government's push for broader participation of persons with disabilities in competitive athletics.
Organisers expect the event to draw media attention and encourage other states to invest in para‑sports facilities, thereby strengthening India's overall performance on the global stage.