Podar Pearl School proudly celebrates the participation of two talented young swimmers at the CBSE National Swimming Competition 2026, where they represented the Qatar Cluster. The prestigious championship took place at Prakash Swimming Pool in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India, and The Oriental School, Bhopal, organised the event.

The competition brought together more than 1,000 students from across the country, providing a platform for young athletes to showcase their swimming abilities and competitive spirit.

Representing Podar Pearl School in the Under-14 Girls category, Mahati Chetan Desale of Grade VII MG competed in four swimming events: 200m Individual Medley, 200m Breaststroke, 200m Butterfly and 100m Butterfly. Meanwhile, Manava Umesh Suryawanshi of Grade VI MB represented the school in the 100m Breaststroke event.

Throughout the championship, Ms. Aleena Biju guided and supported the students, encouraging them to give their best and embrace the challenges of national-level competition.

Participating in the CBSE National Swimming Competition 2026 offered our young athletes a valuable opportunity to challenge themselves and gain exposure to a highly competitive sporting environment. Moreover, the experience helped them develop confidence, resilience and sportsmanship while competing alongside talented swimmers from across India.

Their participation reflects their dedication, perseverance and commitment to excellence, both in and beyond the classroom. Furthermore, representing Qatar at a national-level championship marks a significant milestone in their sporting journey.

Podar Pearl School takes great pride in Mahati and Manava for representing the school on this prestigious platform. Their journey also inspires fellow students to pursue their passions, embrace challenges and work towards their goals with determination.

Congratulations to our young swimmers! We wish Mahati and Manava continued success and many more achievements in their sporting journeys.