The Indian contingent will participate across Under-12, Under-14, Under-16, and Under-18 categories, marking another major step in India\u2019s rapid ascent in international pickleball.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The squad includes athletes from across the nation \u2014 including Haryana, Punjab, Maharashtra, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Bihar. To honour the spirit and commitment of these young athletes, AIPA organised a grand flag-off ceremony on July 11.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Indian squad includes standout talents such as Arav Surve and Arnav Khamkar in the Under-12 Boys, Adiya Vinod in the Under-12 Girls, Aarish Aga Chaubey and Aaradhya Satpute in the Under-14 categories, and several formidable contenders in the Under-16 and Under-18 divisions like Jigar Vishwakarma, Shreyas Rajaram, Avya Nandargame, Parth Vijayvargiya, Anjali Pol, and Aditya Gupta.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
AIPA president Arvind Prabhoo expressed immense pride in the team\u2019s preparation and commitment. \u201cOur junior players have shown remarkable resilience, discipline, and passion. Their selection and participation in this championship reflect AIPA\u2019s growing focus on building a strong talent pipeline and putting India on the global pickleball map,\u201d he said. \u201cWe are confident they will carry forward our legacy with courage and grace.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Indian squad includes standout talents such as Arav Surve and Arnav Khamkar in the Under-12 Boys, Adiya Vinod in the Under-12 Girls, Aarish Aga Chaubey and Aaradhya Satpute in the Under-14 categories, and several formidable contenders in the Under-16 and Under-18 divisions like Jigar Vishwakarma, Shreyas Rajaram, Avya Nandargame, Parth Vijayvargiya, Anjali Pol, and Aditya Gupta.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Over the past few years, AIPA has played a pivotal role in popularising pickleball across India, conducting numerous national and international events, including the prestigious World Pickleball Championship Series held in Mumbai in 2024, where India clinched 28 medals, including 11 golds.<\/p>\r\n\r\n