India’s Para-Athletes Shine Bright at Paralympics with Historic Medal Haul

India's para-athletes celebrated an exceptional Paralympics, winning a record 29 medals, including seven golds. Their achievements reflect the nation's rising prowess in para-sports since 2016. India's success is marked by personal bests, remarkable stories of resilience, and increased support from the government, highlighting a promising future in global Paralympic competitions.

India's para-athletes have etched their names in history with an outstanding performance at the latest Paralympics, securing an unmatched total of 29 medals. This medal haul, which includes seven prestigious golds, reflects the rapid progress and determination of these remarkable athletes. The enhancements made since the 2016 edition, when India took home four medals, are evident and laudable.

The Tokyo Paralympics yielded 19 medals for the nation, a figure now surpassed. Among the highlights were numerous record-smashing performances and personal bests, showcasing the athletes' strengthened self-belief and rigorous training.

The 29 medals spanned five sports, with a notable dominance in track and field events, bringing India into the top 20 nations, although China remains the overall leader with over 200 medals. India's rise in the Paralympics is complemented by increased government spending on training and support, which has further catalyzed their success.

This historic campaign included unprecedented victories in track events and judo. Notable wins came from sprinter Preethi Pal and judoka Kapil Parmar, both of whom triumphed despite personal adversities. The archery and club throw events also contributed significantly, with Harvinder Singh and Dharambir securing golds, supported by inspirational figures like Sheetal Devi.

Proven champions like Sumit Antil and Avani Lekhara defended their titles with stellar performances, while newcomer Kumar Nitesh secured a gold in badminton. Looking ahead, India's Paralympic aspirations now include expanding into swimming, an area dominated by top-ranked China.

(With inputs from agencies.)