Asian Games tickets up for grabs at National Inter-State Athletics C’ships
BHUBANESWAR: (Jun 23) Star long jumper Murali Sreeshankar, sprinter Animesh Kujur and quarter-miler Vishal TK would be among a host of track and field stars who would be vying for a spot in India’s Asian Games squad by attaining the requisite marks at the National Inter-State Championships beginning here on Wednesday.
Seasoned shot putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor and star 3000m steeplechaser Parul Chaudhary — both gold medallists at the 2022 Asian Games — would also be in action during the five-day meet.
Another Asian Games gold medallist, javelin thrower Annu Rani is also participating in the championships, though she has been struggling of late. Young high jumper Pooja Singh is also among the ones to watch out for at the meet.






