Stasya Pandya of Mumbai clinches silver at Junior National Equestrian Championship

Stasya Pandya of Mumbai clinches silver at Junior National Equestrian Championship

Young Mumbai equestrian Stasya Pandya has secured a silver medal in the Dressage Team Event (Children 1 category) at the Junior National Equestrian Championship (JNEC) 2025, delivering an impressive performance at this highly regarded national event.

Championship Details

The championship took place from December 18, 2025, to January 6, 2026, across two venues: the Embassy International Riding School in Bengaluru and the Army Polo and Riding Club in New Delhi.

Stasya trains at the Amateur Riders Club in Mumbai under coach Bobin Tshering. Competing on Kirrhi Taonga from Surge Stables in Bengaluru, she scored 67.463, playing a vital role in her team’s podium finish.

Team Performance

The silver-winning team showcased a consistent collective effort:

  • Haripriya Singh, riding Fritz, scored 71.243
  • Amara Singh, on Count Me In D’ Grading, achieved a score of 68.581
  • Dev Harish Kapoor, riding Serrano from Modi Equestrian, Meerut, contributed with 65.934

The team rounded off with a combined score of 207.287.

Stasya’s Gratitude

Stasya expressed her gratitude for the support she received. “I am really grateful for the faith and trust my coach Bobin sir has placed in me, along with my club, The Amateur Riders Club, for providing world-class training facilities for my development. I also thank my school, Billabong High International School, and my parents for being constantly supportive throughout,” she said.

Coach’s Praise

Coach Bobin Tshering commended her progress, noting her development since joining the Amateur Riders Club in 2023 and her achievements in both dressage and show jumping, including a gold medal in the FEI Jumping Children’s Classic.

“Stasya’s growth as a rider has been phenomenal. Since joining the Amateur Riders Club in 2023, she has embraced both show jumping and dressage, and her dedication has paid off with a standout performance at her first JNEC Dressage and gold in the FEI Jumping Children’s Classic. Her ability to master multiple disciplines has made her a well-rounded competitor, and I am incredibly proud of her hard work and commitment,” he stated.

Stasya Pandya’s silver medal at the Junior National Equestrian Championship 2025 marks a significant milestone in her young career and highlights her emergence as one of Mumbai’s promising equestrian talents.