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Manipur Team Clinches 12 Medals at 42nd Sub Junior National Swimming Championship 2026
✍️ The Sangai Express
🗓 10 Aug 2026, 11:35 PM
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The Manipur contingent secured a total of 12 medals at the 42nd Sub Junior National Swimming Championship 2026, showcasing strong performance across multiple events.
The 42nd Sub Junior National Swimming Championship 2026 concluded with the Manipur team emerging as a formidable contender, bagging 12 medals across the competition.
Athletes from the state participated in a range of events, earning a mix of gold, silver and bronze medals that reflected the depth of talent cultivated in Manipur’s swimming programs.
Officials and coaches praised the athletes’ dedication and the rigorous training regimen that prepared them for the national stage.
The championship, held in 2026, attracted teams from across India, but Manipur’s medal haul stood out as a highlight of the event.
The success is expected to boost interest in swimming among the state’s youth and attract further support for aquatic sports infrastructure.
Athletes from the state participated in a range of events, earning a mix of gold, silver and bronze medals that reflected the depth of talent cultivated in Manipur’s swimming programs.
Officials and coaches praised the athletes’ dedication and the rigorous training regimen that prepared them for the national stage.
The championship, held in 2026, attracted teams from across India, but Manipur’s medal haul stood out as a highlight of the event.
The success is expected to boost interest in swimming among the state’s youth and attract further support for aquatic sports infrastructure.