Asian weightlifting federation

Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi: Around 200 athletes from 31 countries are set to compete at the Asian Senior Weightlifting Championship-2026 in Gujarat's Gandhinagar, marking one of the largest international sporting gatherings to be held in India this year.​

The championship, organised by the Indian Weightlifting Federation (IWLF), will take place at Mahatma Mandir from May 11 to 17.​

Alongside the athletes, nearly 200 coaches, support staff, team officials and delegates are expected to attend, as well as around 50 international technical officials.​