Excelsior Sports Correspondent
JAMMU, Nov 21: Ragini Gupta, a talented Class XII-B student of Delhi Public School Jammu, has once again brought laurels to the Union Territory by securing a Bronze Medal at the Indian Pickleball Nationals Championship 2025, held in Bengaluru from November 13 to 16. Competing in the highly challenging U-18 Girls Singles category, Ragini showcased exceptional skill and grit as she battled among more than 1,100 participants from across India.
Jammu and Kashmir Pickleball Association President Farid Singh, Secretary Viraj Singh and Director (Jammu) Ajay Vaid congratulated Ragini on her outstanding achievements. They praised her discipline, dedication and consistency, stating that such performances significantly boost J&K’s rising stature in the national pickleball circuit
This achievement adds to Ragini’s growing list of accolades. Earlier this year, she proudly represented Jammu & Kashmir at the 9th AIPA National Pickleball Championship 2025, participating in three major categories – Under-19 Singles, Open Singles and Mixed Doubles. Demonstrating remarkable composure and sporting excellence, she clinched the Gold Medal in the Under-19 Singles event, defeating strong contenders from Punjab, Kerala, Maharashtra and other States. She also secured two Bronze Medals, one in the Open Women’s Singles category and another in Mixed Doubles.







