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Army To Host Junior National Equestrian Championships In Delhi

By IANS News December 21, 2024 • 19:08 PM View: 272

Junior National Equestrian Championships: The country's finest riders will compete in the Junior National Equestrian Championship (JNEC) 2024 – Children I & Young Rider at the Army Polo & Riding Centre (APRC) in Delhi Cantt from Sunday. The event is scheduled to take place in two phases -- December 22–24 and December 26–29.

The first phase of the Championship has received an impressive 507 entries, comprising 470 individual participants and 37 teams, across categories for Children-I and Young Riders in Dressage, Show Jumping, and Tent Pegging. This enthusiastic participation underscores the growing popularity of equestrian sports in India.

Speaking about the Championship, Secretary General of the Equestrian Federation of India (EFI), Col. Jaiveer Singh, said: "The National Equestrian Championship 2024 showcases the immense talent and growing passion for equestrian sports in India. The impressive number of participants reflects the hard work and dedication of our riders, particularly the young generation. We are proud to provide this platform for athletes to display their skills and set new benchmarks in the sport".

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