The city of lakes is all set to host the 41st Junior National Aquatic Championships from July 12 to 16. Organised by Madhya Pradesh Swimming Association in collaboration with Swimming Federation of India, the competition will be held at Prakash Taran Pushkar, TT Nag
As many as 674 swimmers from 25 states will flex their muscles for the top positions in the competition. A total of 80 events for the swimmers between the two age groups will be held. Besides, the national level players would also be participating in it. Moreover, water polo matches will also be a part of the competition. The competition is being sponsored by Sports and Youth Welfare Department and Bhopal Municipal Corporation.
Interestingly, a digital touch pad i.e. the electronic typing system will be used to time the swimmers and record the correct results. Further, the arrangements for the accommodation of the swimmers have been done at Sindhu Bhawan and Narmada whereas the officials and technicians are being accommodated at hotel. Moreover, providing the best facilities to the swimmers a proper transport facility and other necessary arrangements are being carried out by the association.
Interestingly, this competition is a big deal for the swimmers as the Indian team for Asian Games will be selected through this competition. Further, the best 100 swimmers will take part in the selection round for the Indian Team to be selected for the Asian Games.
Each day finals will be held to select the swimmers. Further water polo games will also be held every day and if possible it will continue afterwards too. The trials for the selection of the Indian team for Asian Games will be held after the every day event. Further each day prizes will be given to the best swimmer of the day.
On the inaugural ceremony, Minister of Revenue Rampal Singh will be present as the chief guest. Further, MP Alok Sanjar will be present as the special guest, MlA Surendra Nath Singh, Virendra Nanawati of Indian Swimmers Olympic Association and Bhawani Shankar will be present as special guests on the occasion.