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- As he continues his pursuit of excellence in the pool, Aman Ghai’s journey stands as a testament to discipline, perseverance and the transformative power of sport—qualities that have carried him from local competitions to international podiums and continue to inspire the next generation of swimmers.
- More recently, Ghai delivered impressive performances at the World Police Games, winning three gold, three silver and one bronze medal in 2023, followed by another stellar campaign in the United States in 2025, where he secured one gold, three silver and two bronze medals.
- Following in his father’s footsteps, he actively mentors young swimmers and believes Punjab possesses the potential to emerge as a major force in the sport.
For Punjab Police Assistant Sub-Inspector and accomplished swimmer Aman Ghai, the swimming pool is more than a training ground—it is a sanctuary.
“Water has a healing power. Swimming not only strengthens the body but also calms the mind and brings a sense of meditation,” says the 31-year-old athlete, who is currently preparing for upcoming national and international competitions.
Over the years, Ghai has established himself as one of Punjab’s most decorated swimmers, earning recognition both in India and overseas. His sustained excellence in the sport recently earned him the coveted Maharaja Ranjit Singh Award, one of Punjab’s highest sporting honours, acknowledging his outstanding performances over the last five years.
His medal haul reflects a career marked by consistency and determination. At the South Asian Championship in 2016, he clinched a gold and a silver medal. He also represented India at the World University Games in 2013 and 2015. More recently, Ghai delivered impressive performances at the World Police Games, winning three gold, three silver and one bronze medal in 2023, followed by another stellar campaign in the United States in 2025, where he secured one gold, three silver and two bronze medals.
The foundations of his success were laid early. Growing up in Jalandhar, Ghai was introduced to swimming by his father, Amarjit Singh, a Punjab Police officer who supervised the swimming team at PAP Jalandhar. With sports deeply embedded in the family culture, swimming soon became a passion.
His schooling at Police DAV School provided access to quality facilities and competitive opportunities. To further hone his skills, Ghai spent several months each year training in Bengaluru, widely regarded as one of India’s premier centres for swimming.
“My first national medal came at the Junior National Championships in 2008,” he recalls. “After that, I continued to compete at junior and senior national levels as well as inter-university tournaments. Bengaluru played a major role in my development because of its world-class infrastructure and competitive training environment.”
He credits much of his progress to the unwavering support of his father and the guidance of coaches Lakhvir Singh Kang and Umesh Sharma, whose mentorship helped shape his career.
After joining Punjab Police in 2017, Ghai continued balancing his professional responsibilities with competitive swimming. Based in Chandigarh, he is currently training for the upcoming All India Police Games while simultaneously preparing for the World Police Games scheduled in Australia in February 2027.
Beyond his personal achievements, Ghai is committed to nurturing future talent. Following in his father’s footsteps, he actively mentors young swimmers and believes Punjab possesses the potential to emerge as a major force in the sport.
While acknowledging the intense competition involved in securing a place on India’s Olympic swimming team, he remains optimistic about the future.
“Swimming infrastructure in our region has improved tremendously over the years,” he says. “If young athletes receive the right coaching and support, Punjab could produce an Olympic medallist in swimming within the next decade.”
As he continues his pursuit of excellence in the pool, Aman Ghai’s journey stands as a testament to discipline, perseverance and the transformative power of sport—qualities that have carried him from local competitions to international podiums and continue to inspire the next generation of swimmers.
