Auckland House Students Selected to Represent India at Asian Short Track Ice Skating Trophy 2026

Shimla, July 19: In a significant achievement for Himachal Pradesh, two students from Auckland House Schools, Shimla, have been selected to represent India at the Asian Short Track Ice Skating Trophy 2026.

Samarth Attri, a Class X student of Auckland House School for Boys, and Tejasvi Kuthiala, a student of Auckland House School, secured their places in the Indian contingent following impressive performances at the 21st National Short Track Ice Skating Championship held in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

The duo further strengthened their credentials during the National Training Camp held after the championship, where they impressed the selectors with their speed, skill and consistency, earning selection for the prestigious continental event.

Both athletes have been training at the historic Shimla Ice Skating Rink for the past six to seven years under the guidance of coach Pankaj Prabhakar. Their selection is the culmination of years of disciplined training, perseverance and commitment to the sport.

The achievement has been lauded by the management and faculty of Auckland House School for Boys and Auckland House School, as well as by their families, coach and the sporting fraternity across Himachal Pradesh.

With their selection, Samarth and Tejasvi are set to represent India on the continental stage, bringing pride to their schools, Shimla and the state.