Gurvindervir Singh Triumphs in 60m Final at National Indoor Athletics
Synopsis
Gurvindervir Singh shines at the National Indoor Athletics Championships, breaking records and showcasing his speed in the men's 60m final. His gold medal win sets the stage for an exciting season ahead.
Key Takeaways
Gurvindervir Singh clinched gold in the men's 60m dash.
Set a new national record with a time of 6.60 seconds .
Competition held at the Indoor Stadium in Bhubaneswar .
Harita Bhandra won the women's 60m dash.
Significant season opener for Indian athletics.
Bhubaneswar, March 25 (NationPress) Gurvindervir Singh, a talented 26-year-old international sprinter from Punjab, exhibited remarkable determination as he clinched the men's 60m title on the concluding day of the inaugural National Indoor Athletics Championships held at the Indoor Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday.
In a dramatic 60m final that saw three false starts leading to a reduced field of five athletes, Gurvindervir Singh maintained his composure to explode off the blocks and finish with a time of 6.60 seconds, securing the gold medal. This winning time surpassed the previous national record of 6.67 seconds for the 60m indoor event, which was established by VK Elakkiadasan in 2022.
“This marks a promising start to the 2026 season. I aim to build on this momentum for my outdoor races,” reflected the champion sprinter after achieving a national indoor record in his season's opener. Gurvindervir Singh represented Reliance during this competition.
The men's 60m race was highly anticipated, but unfortunate false starts led to the disqualification of Animesh Kujur, the defending national outdoor champion and a favorite to win.
Joining him on the sidelines due to false starts were Odisha’s Dondapti Mrutyam Jayaram and Karnataka’s Nehal Sagar. In the women’s 60m dash, Maharashtra’s 22-year-old Harita Bhandra emerged victorious with a time of 7.32 seconds.
Results (Day 2):
Men: 60m: Gurvindervir Singh (Reliance) 6.60 seconds, Lalu Prasad Bhoi (Odisha) 6.65 seconds, Nuzrat (Haryana) 6.71 seconds.
Men: U20 60m: Kshitij Sunil (Maharashtra) 6.78 seconds, Rushiraj Singh (Gujarat) 6.87 seconds, Abhay Singh (Reliance) 6.88 seconds.
Men: 400m: Mohammed Sinan (Reliance) 48.27 seconds, Muhammed Badusha (BSF) 49.83 seconds, Aryan Ekka (Odisha) 49.86 seconds.
Men: U20 400m: Umesh Sahani (Uttar Pradesh) 49.14 seconds, Bapi Hansda (Odisha) 49.27 seconds, Pradeep Mane (Maharashtra) 51.66 seconds.
Men: 1500m: Vinod Singh (Madhya Pradesh) 3:46.13 seconds, Jagdish (Air Force) 3:50.11 seconds, Sunil Yadav (Rajasthan) 3:50.56 seconds.
Men: U20 3000m: Dolamani Chirgun (Odisha) 8:39.13 seconds, Bitto Joseph (Kerala) 8:40.32 seconds, Ajay (Uttar Pradesh) 8:41.02 seconds.
Men: Triple jump: Vimal Mukesh (Navy) 15.41m, Robinson S (Tamil Nadu) 14.67m, Naresh Rohidas (Odisha) 13.92m.
Men: Pole vault: Reegan G (Tamil Nadu) 5.30m, Rambeer Singh (Army) 4.85m, Bineesh Jacob (Railway) 4.55m.
Men: High jump: Swadhin Kumar Majhi (Odisha) 2.18m, Sarvesh Anil Kushare (Maharashtra) 2.15m, Dhairyshil D (Maharashtra) 2.15m.
Men: U20 High jump: Basant (Rajasthan) 2.16m, Sagar Roy (West Bengal) 2.05m, Ankit Kumar (Rajasthan) 1.90m.
Women: 60m: Harita Bhandra (Maharashtra) 7.32 seconds, Unnathi Bollanda (Karnataka) 7.46 seconds, Trisha Nair (Maharashtra) 7.62 seconds.
Women: U20 60m: Kajal Hirabhai Vaja (Gujarat) 7.50 seconds, Mansi Rajak (Madhya Pradesh) 7.55 seconds, Heeral Johri (Madhya Pradesh) 7.75 seconds.
Women: 400m: Kumari Saloni Nagar (Uttar Pradesh) 55.73 seconds, Sukhi Baskey (Odisha) 55.67 seconds, Unnathi Bollanda (Karnataka) 56.45 seconds.
Women: U20 400m: Sai Chinthana Senthil (Tamil Nadu) 59.96 seconds, Arpita (Odisha) 1:00.48 seconds.
Women: 1500m: Priyanka C (Karnataka) 4:34.31 seconds.
Women: Triple Jump: Mallala Anusha (JSW) 13.20m, Nimisha Dayma (JSW) 12.93m, Bhairabi Roy (West Bengal) 12.81m.
Women: High jump: Payal Jamod (Gujarat) 1.71m, Kevinna Ashwine (Tamil Nadu) 1.71m, Pramilla Rajgar (West Bengal) 1.68m.
Women: U20 High jump: Arpita Sarkar (West Bengal) 1.68m, Juin Mantusa (West Bengal) 1.60m, Anrisha Klein (Meghalaya) 1.60m.
Point of View
Gurvindervir Singh has made a significant impact during the National Indoor Athletics Championships. His record-breaking performance not only highlights his potential for the upcoming season but also emphasizes the competitive spirit of Indian athletics. This event showcases the growing prominence of indoor track events in the country.
NationPress
11 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the men's 60m title at the National Indoor Athletics Championships?
Gurvindervir Singh from Punjab won the men's 60m title.
What was Gurvindervir Singh's winning time in the 60m dash?
His winning time was 6.60 seconds.
Did Gurvindervir Singh break a record during the event?
Yes, he broke the previous national indoor record of 6.67 seconds.
Where were the National Indoor Athletics Championships held?
The championships took place at the Indoor Stadium in Bhubaneswar.
Who was the winner of the women's 60m dash?
Harita Bhandra from Maharashtra won the women's 60m dash with a time of 7.32 seconds.
