Ragini Gupta shines at IPA Nationals, boosts J&K’s pickleball profile

Srinagar, Nov 21: Jammu & Kashmir’s young pickleball standout Ragini Gupta earned a third-place finish in the U-18 category at the IPA Pickleball Nationals 2025.

As per a statement issued, the event was organised by the Indian Pickleball Association (IPA). This year’s championship—one of the biggest in the country—featured over 1,500 players from across India, raising the level of competition and showcasing the sport’s rapid growth nationwide.

Ragini delivered a composed and determined performance throughout the tournament, standing out against India’s top young pickleball talent. Her podium finish is a moment of pride for Jammu & Kashmir and reflects the dedication, training, and rising potential of the region’s emerging athletes.

Farid Singh (President), Viraj Singh (Secretary), and Ajay Vaid (Director – Jammu) congratulated Ragini on this remarkable achievement. They commended her discipline on the court and highlighted that such performances strengthen J&K’s position as a growing force in Indian pickleball.