Pathankot swimmer to represent India at Singapore championship

Pathankot, Mar 21: Young swimming sensation Avni Chhabra from Montessori Cambridge School (MCS) Pathankot has earned a spot at the 55th Singapore National Age Group Swimming Championship 2025.

As per a press release issued, the rising star will compete against top international swimmers at the OCBC Aquatic Centre in Singapore—an event that serves as a qualifier for multiple global championships, including the World Aquatics Championships and the Southeast Asian Games.

This elite event serves as a qualifier for the 47th SEA Age Group Championships, World Aquatics Championships, and Southeast Asian Games.

Organised by Singapore Aquatics (SAQ), the national sports association of Singapore governing swimming, water polo, artistic swimming, diving, and open water swimming, the championship will be held at the OCBC Aquatic Centre, Singapore, from 18th–23rd March 2025. The six-day international competition will witness Singapore’s top swimmers battling for coveted spots alongside elite athletes from India, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and more.

Avni, with her unwavering dedication and exceptional skills, is all set to compete on this global aquatic stage, chasing qualifying times and personal bests. Her participation marks a significant milestone not only for herself but also for MCS Pathankot, reaffirming the school’s commitment to nurturing world-class athletes.

The entire MCS Pathankot fraternity celebrates this remarkable achievement, lauding Avni’s grit, discipline, and pursuit of excellence. Chairman Mr. Vinod Mahajan, Vice Chairman Mr. Akash Mahajan, and Principal Mrs. Rashmi Ahluwalia extended their heartfelt congratulations to Avni, wishing her the very best for her international challenge.

They emphasised MCS Pathankot’s dedication to grooming athletes through state-of-the-art sports infrastructure, professional coaching, and exposure to international platforms, empowering students to excel at the national and global levels.