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Bhubaneswar, March 25: The second day of the 1st National Indoor Athletics Championships 2026 is underway at the Kalinga Indoor Stadium in Bhubaneswar, promising another action-packed day following an impressive opening.
Day 1 witnessed standout performances, headlined by Baranica Elangovan's national record in women's pole vault and Sarun Payasingh's winning effort in the men's long jump, alongside strong showings in middle-distance and field events.
With momentum building, Day 2 shifts focus to a packed schedule featuring key finals in triple jump, high jump, 400m, 1500m, and sprint events, including the highly anticipated 60m finals. The start list for the day also highlights a strong field across categories, with multiple heats and medal events lined up from morning through evening, setting the stage for another thrilling day of indoor athletics action in Bhubaneswar.
In the morning session on Wednesday (March 25), Reegan Ganesh delivered a moment to remember at the National Indoor Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar, soaring to a personal best of 5.30m to clinch gold in the men's pole vault clearing the mark on his very first attempt. He even pushed the bar higher to 5.41m, showing fearless ambition despite missing out.
Day 2 Live Updates
The second semi-final witnessed an impressive sprint from Gurindervir Singh 👏
The former 100m national record holder stormed to victory, clocking a rapid 6.69 seconds.
He came agonisingly close to the national record, missing it by just 0.02 seconds-the mark of 6.67 seconds was set by V.K. Elakkiadasan in 2018.
All eyes now turn to the final, where Gurindervir Singh will face stiff competition from Animesh Kujur and Lalu Prasad Bhoi.
Could the national record finally fall? Stay tuned!
All eyes on the Men's 60m Final
It promises to be an exciting battle in the final, with the top contenders-Gurindervir Singh (6.69s), Animesh Kujur (6.71s), Nuzrat (6.72s), and Lalu Prasad Bhoi (6.72s)-set to go head-to-head for the gold medal.
Men’s 60m National Indoor Athletics Championships Live Results
The second semi-final delivered another high-quality sprint contest, with Gurindervir Singh leading the field in dominant fashion. He clocked a swift 6.69 seconds to finish first, comfortably ahead of Haryana's Nuzrat, who secured second place with 6.72 seconds. Odisha's Dondapati Mrutyam finished third in 6.74 seconds, keeping himself in contention for the final. Nehal Sagar (6.871) and Sarun Payasing (6.875) rounded out the top five in a closely packed mid-field, while Subash S, Kush Kumar, and Adil Hashmi followed.
Indoor Athletics Championships 2026 Day 2 LIVE
What a thrilling sprint showdown between Animesh Kujur and Lalu Bhoi 👏👏 in the first semi-final.
Kujur clinched victory by clocking an impressive 6.71 seconds. It was a nail-biting finish, with Lalu Bhoi just a fraction behind at 6.72 seconds, as Animesh surged ahead right at the finish line.
Men's 60m semi-final 1
Animesh Kujur led the field in the men's 60m semifinal 1 with an impressive time of 6.71 seconds, narrowly edging out Lalu Prasad Bhoi, who clocked 6.72 seconds to finish second. Laukik Anant secured third place with 6.77 seconds, while Sourav Saha (6.92) and Abhinash Sahu (6.94) completed the top five. Mahendra Santa also featured among the finishers, while Jebin Sibi was disqualified. The race showcased a strong sprint battle, with Kujur continuing his fine form heading into the final.
Swadhin Kumar Manjhi outshines Sarvesh Kushare
Swadhin Kumar Manjhi had first reached this mark at last year's Inter-State Championships and has now matched it again.
In the process, he also outperformed favourite Sarvesh Kushare.
Indoor Athletics Championships 2026 Day 2 LIVE
A new face rising in Odisha's high jump scene 👏👏
Local athlete Swadhin Kumar Manjhi cleared 2.18m in the men's high jump at the National Indoor Athletics Championships, equalling his personal best.
Men's 60m heats Results
These are the semifinalists for the event.
World University Games bronze medallist Lalu Prasad Bhoi clocked the fastest time across all 60m heats with a timing of 6.79s.
National record holder in the 100m and 200m, Animesh Kujur, topped his heat with a timing of 6.81 seconds.
Former 100m national record holder Gurindervir Singh also finished first in his heat, recording 6.82 seconds.
Indoor Athletics Championships Day 2 LIVE
Next Up is Men's High Jump Final where Asian Championships silver medallist Sarvesh Anil Kushare will be in action.
Women's Triple Jump Final Results
Mallala Anusha was the only athlete in the final to jump beyond 13m.She has been in great form in 2026, having already won gold in her season-opening event at the Indian Open Jumps Competition.
Mallala Anusha Wins Women's Triple Jump Gold
In the second medal event of the morning session, Telangana's Mallala Anusha clinched the women's triple jump title with a winning leap of 13.20m. The 23-year-old produced a season-best effort to secure a comfortable victory, despite recording four foul attempts. She was the only athlete in the final to breach the 13m mark, finishing ahead of Nimisha Dayma (12.93m) and Bhairabi Roy (12.81m).
From record-breaking heights to all-time greatness within 24 hours
Reegan Ganesh produced a standout moment at the National Indoor Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar, clearing a personal best of 5.30m to win gold in the men's pole vault - achieving the mark on his very first attempt. He then raised the bar to 5.41m, displaying bold intent despite narrowly missing out.
This was more than just a victory; it was a statement performance. With this effort, the Tamil Nadu athlete has climbed to become India's third-best pole vaulter of all time, highlighting his rapid rise on the national stage.
The achievement also marked a proud milestone for his coach, Milber Russell, capping off a remarkable 48-hour period for Indian pole vaulting.
Just a day earlier, Baranica had grabbed headlines by setting a new national record of 4.22m in the women's event. Now, Reegan's breakthrough has taken things a step further.
From a national record to an all-time top-three leap within a day, Indian pole vaulting is witnessing a remarkable surge.
Hello and welcome to the live blog on Day 2 of the National Indoor Athletics Championships 2026 in Bhubaneswar. There were two medallists in the morning session at Kalinga Indoor Stadium earlier.Mallala Anusha clinched the women's triple jump title whileReegan Ganesh clinched a gold in men's pole vault with personal best of 5.30m.
National Indoor Athletics Championships 2026 - Day 1 Highlights
Day 1 of the 1st National Indoor Athletics Championships 2026 in Bhubaneswar set a high benchmark with a mix of record-breaking feats and emerging talent stepping up on the national stage. The biggest moment came in the women's pole vault, where Baranica Elangovan created history by clearing 4.22m to set a new national record, surpassing the long-standing mark of 4.21m. In the men's long jump, Sarun Payasingh delivered a composed performance under pressure, edging past Praveen Chithravel in a closely fought contest.
On the track, Shivaji Parashuram impressed with a personal best run of 8:09.08 to win the men's 3000m, while Priyanka C achieved a significant milestone by dipping below the 10-minute mark for the first time in her career to claim gold in the women's 3000m. In field events, Odisha's Ommkar Nanda continued his strong run of form by clinching gold in the men's U-20 shot put, while Rekha secured the women's shot put title, making it back-to-back podium finishes after her recent bronze at the Indian Open Throws. Overall, Day 1 showcased depth across disciplines, with both seasoned athletes and young prospects delivering standout performances.
Athletes to Watch on Day 2
Day 2 promises another exciting lineup, with several top names in action. All eyes will be on sprinter Animesh Kujur in the men's 60m, while middle-distance events featuring athletes like Priyanka C could produce more thrilling finishes. In the field events, Sarvesh Anil Kushare will be a key contender in the men's high jump, and the women's high jump field is expected to deliver a competitive battle. With multiple finals scheduled, Day 2 is set to build on the momentum of a memorable opening day.
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