The Athletics Federation of India announced a 32-member squad for the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, featuring a mix of established stars and emerging talents across various track and field events. The team includes 22 male and 10 female athletes, with notable names like Neeraj Chopra among the selections, pending meeting selection criteria before the Games.
In the men’s team, athletes like M Sreeshankar, Tejaswin Shankar, and Tajinderpal Singh Toor will compete in jumps and throws, while Gurindervir Singh and others will lead India’s sprint and distance-running challenges.
On the women’s side, Parul Chaudhary will feature in endurance events, with Manpreet Kaur and Seema representing India in throws, and Ravina and Priyanka in the 10,000m race walk.
A separate mixed 4x400m relay pool has also been named, including athletes like Vishal T.K. and Neeru Pathak. The selections were made following the federation’s policy, considering performances of athletes who competed abroad with prior approval.
Notably, the conditional selection of Neeraj Chopra and Selva Prabhu has sparked discussions, with both athletes seeking consideration based on upcoming performances before the Games. The federation will review their results before confirming their participation.
India’s squad for the Commonwealth Games 2026 aims to contribute significantly to the country’s medal tally, blending experienced international performers with promising talent across various disciplines. The team is structured to maximize opportunities while adhering to the Games’ strict athlete quota.
