Asian Canoe Slalom Championship

• 18 Aug 2025

Why in News? 

At the prestigious Asian Canoe Slalom Championship in Guizhou, China, the women athletes from the Madhya Pradesh Water Sports Academy earned the silver medal in the women’s canoe slalom team event, with China securing the gold. 

Key Points 

• About: Canoe slalom involves competitors navigating a whitewater course, typically up to 300 meters long, while passing through a maximum of 25 upstream and downstream gates to achieve the fastest time. 
• Championship Details: The Asian Canoe Confederation organized the championship from  14th- 17th August 2025, which featured around 100 athletes and coaches from 10 countries and regions, including India, China, Japan, and South Korea. 
• Indian Team: The Indian team included three talented athletes from Madhya Pradesh: Shikha Chauhan, Pallavi Jagtap, and Reena Sen. 
• Significance: The silver medal is a significant achievement, showcasing one of the best performances by an Indian women's team in recent years and reflecting the growth of water sports in India, driven by enhanced athlete training and international exposure. 

International Canoe Federation (ICF) 

• The International Canoe Federation (ICF) serves as the global authority for canoe and kayak paddling sports, overseeing 10 disciplines worldwide, recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).  
  • The five continents (Africa, America, Asia, Europe, and Oceania) are represented on the ICF Executive Committee and Board of Directors, with each electing Continental Representatives and a President during their respective Continental Congress.