Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated para-athlete Sachin Khilari for winning the silver medal in the men's shotput F46 event at the ongoing Paris Paralympics.
The Indian contingent has added 20 medals to its constantly growing tally and will have an opportunity to further extend its record medal haul in a single edition of the Paralympics.
While Ajeet and Sundar celebrated their success, on the other side of the stadium, India had another double podium finish, with para-athletes Sharad Kumar and Mariyappan Thangavelu securing silver and bronze medals, respectively, in the men's high jump T6 final.
President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended wishes to para-athlete Deepthi Jeevanji following her bronze medal triumph in the women's 400m T20 final on her debut at the Paralympics.
After becoming the first Indian male para-athlete to successfully defend his gold at the Paralympics with a record-breaking attempt in the javelin throw F64 class final, Sumit Antil is looking to breach the 80m mark in future.
On Monday, Indian athletes delivered a record-breaking performance at the Paralympics. The nation's athletes clinched an impressive haul of 8 medals, including 2 golds, 3 silvers, and 3 bronzes. The stellar performances across various sports showcased the determination and talent of India
India's Nishad Kumar opened up about the factor that played a role in him falling short of the gold medal in the men's high jump T47 class in the ongoing Paris Paralympics.
After winning the silver medal at the ongoing Paris Paralympics 2024 on Monday, Indian para-athlete Yogesh Kathuniya said that he would be aiming for gold next time.
Indian para-athlete Yogesh Kathuniya bagged the eighth medal for team India in the ongoing Paris Paralympics 2024 as he won the silver medal in the Men's Discus Throw F56 final on Monday.
Indian para powerlifters Paramjeet Kumar and Shailesh Kumar respectively have expressed their readiness and enthusiasm ahead of the upcoming Paralympics.