Telangana’s promising young swimmer Shivani Karra won the gold medal in the girls’ 400 metres freestyle event at the 42nd Sub-Junior National Aquatic Championship, being conducted by the Rajasthan Swimming Association with the support of the Swimming Federation of India in Jaipur, Rajasthan, from August 6 to 9, 2026.
Shivani delivered an impressive performance in the 400m Freestyle, finishing first with a timing of 4:38.47 seconds, comfortably taking the top spot in a highly competitive national field.
Shivani was followed by Kerala’s Indraany M Memon, who completed the race in 4:40.18 seconds. Karnataka’s Idika Bhat took the third place with a 4:49.57 seconds’ finish.
Dhivashree wins gold, Shivani clinches silver
On the first day of the championship, Shivani had finished second in the 200 metres backstroke event.
Shivani’s outstanding performance reflects her dedication, discipline and consistent training. Her victory is a proud moment for Telangana swimming and highlights the growing strength of the state’s young swimming talent.
Shivani Karra is a product of the swimming academy at the Gachibowli Stadium. Her achievement is a testament to the structured training and competitive environment provided at Gachibowli Stadium. She is trained by head coach Ayush Yadav.
The Telangana swimming fraternity congratulates Shivani Karra, her coach, parents and the entire support team on this remarkable achievement and wishes her continued success in the remaining events and future national and international competitions.
