List of Indian skaters

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The following is a list of notable Indian figure, inline, roller and speed skaters.

Contents

Figure skating

Skaters in bold have represented India in senior international competitions

Women

Men

Roller skating

Speed skating

Notes

  1. ^
    Born in the United States, also represented the United States
  2. ^
    Born in the United States
  3. ^
    Born in Thailand
  4. ^
    Born in Oman, competed locally in the United States
  5. ^
    Competed locally in Oman
  6. ^
    Born in Taiwan
  7. ^
    Born in Singapore

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