Bhopal: The Sports Authority of India (SAI), Central Regional Centre (CRC), Bhopal, has announced that four judokas from the SAI National Centre of Excellence (NCOE), Bhopal, have been selected to represent India at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland.
The prestigious multi-sport event is scheduled to be held from July 23 to August 2, 2026, bringing together athletes from across the Commonwealth.
The selection reflects the athletes’ consistent performances and underscores SAI NCOE Bhopal’s growing reputation as a leading high-performance training centre for judo in India.
The selected judokas will compete in the following weight categories:
| Athlete | Category |
|---|---|
| Asmita Dey | Women’s -48 kg |
| Shraddha Chopade | Women’s -52 kg |
| Avtar Singh | Men’s -100 kg |
| Yash Ghangas | Men’s +100 kg |
The athletes earned their selection through strong performances at national and international competitions.
The selection of four athletes from a single training centre highlights the success of the SAI National Centre of Excellence, Bhopal, in developing elite sporting talent.
According to SAI, the achievement reflects:
- Years of disciplined training.
- Consistent competitive performances.
- High-quality coaching.
- Comprehensive sports science support.
- A world-class training environment.
The centre has increasingly emerged as one of India’s leading destinations for judo training.
SAI credited the athletes’ success to its integrated high-performance training ecosystem.
The support system at SAI NCOE Bhopal includes:
- Strength and conditioning programmes.
- Physiotherapy.
- Sports psychology.
- Nutrition guidance.
- Recovery management.
- Advanced training infrastructure.
This multidisciplinary approach aims to prepare athletes for success at international competitions.
Abhisek Singh Chauhan, Regional Director of SAI CRC Bhopal, congratulated the selected judokas on their achievement.
He described the selection as a proud moment for the entire SAI family and said it reflects the hard work of the athletes, coaches, sports science experts, and support staff.
He also expressed confidence that the judokas would compete with determination and make India proud on the international stage. Representing India at the Commonwealth Games is regarded as one of the highest honours for athletes across multiple disciplines.
The selection provides the four judokas with an opportunity to:
- Compete against world-class athletes.
- Gain valuable international experience.
- Strengthen India’s presence in judo.
- Inspire young athletes across the country.
The event is expected to feature top competitors from Commonwealth nations in various weight categories. The selection of four athletes from SAI NCOE Bhopal highlights the continued growth of India’s judo programme.
By combining professional coaching with scientific athlete support, SAI aims to build a strong pipeline of international-level judokas capable of competing consistently on the global stage.
The achievement also reinforces Madhya Pradesh’s growing contribution to Indian sports.
