Ahmedabad to Become Aquatic Capital as India Gears Up for Asian Aquatics Championship 2025

The 11th Asian Aquatics Championship is coming to India for the first time, marking a landmark moment for Indian sports. The city of Ahmedabad is preparing to welcome over 30 participating countries and more than 1000 athletes. The unveiling of the official logo and mascot, ‘Jalveer,’ an aquatic superhero, was led by Mansukh Mandaviya, the Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, in New Delhi. The event will be held from September 28 to October 11, 2025, at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, a venue built to Olympic standards. This championship is a golden opportunity for Indian athletes to compete with the best in Asia and also acts as a qualifying event for the 2026 Asian Games. ‘Jalveer,’ the mascot, embodies the spirit of power, agility, and national pride, designed to inspire young swimmers. For Gujarat, hosting this championship is a key step in its ambition to bid for the 2036 Olympic Games. The investment in world-class sports infrastructure aims to build a sporting legacy that will inspire future generations.