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India Launches Mascot, Logo for Asian Aquatics Championship in Ahmedabad

The meet serves as a 2026 Asian Games qualifier at the new Olympic-spec Veer Savarkar Sports Complex.

Overview

  • The championship is scheduled for September 28 to October 11 in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
  • Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya led the unveiling with senior Swimming Federation of India officials in attendance.
  • Competition will be staged at the newly built Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, which organizers say meets Olympic specifications.
  • Organizers expect participation from more than 30 nations with roughly 1,000 athletes across swimming, diving, water polo and artistic swimming.
  • The mascot is named Jalveer, and event branding was presented as India prepares to host the championship for the first time.