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Paralympics Games 2024 are ongoing from 28 August to 8 September 2024. Learn more about the ongoing events and performance of India at the Paralympics 2024.
The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games take place from August 28 to September 8, 2024. The event features approximately 4,400 athletes from around the globe, competing in 22 different sports. These competitions will be held at some of Paris’s most iconic venues, including the Eiffel Tower, the Chateau de Versailles, and the Grand Palais, providing a stunning backdrop for this celebration of athletic excellence and inclusivity.
India has been a proud participant in the Paralympics, showcasing the resilience and strength of its athletes. The 2024 Paralympic Games are set to be another milestone in India’s sports history, with high expectations for a strong performance.
The Paralympic Games originated as a small gathering of British World War II veterans in 1948 and have grown into one of the largest international sporting events. These Games are held every four years, following the Olympic Games, and provide a platform for athletes with disabilities to compete at the highest level.
The nation’s Paralympic success story has inspired countless individuals across the country. Shooters Avani Lekhara, Kumar Nitesh, Harvinder Singh, Dharambir, and Sumit Antil made India proud at the Paris Paralympics 2024, securing gold medals in their respective games. Till now, India has won the highest-ever medals in the Paralympics 2024, making a total of 29 medals, 7 gold, 9 silver, and 13 bronze medals. Have a look at India at Paralympics 2024 medal tally:
| No. | Athlete | Sport | Event | Medal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Avani Lekhara | Shooting | Women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 | Gold |
| 2 | Mona Agarwal | Shooting | Women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 | Bronze |
| 3 | Preethi Pal | Athletics | Women’s 100m T35 | Bronze |
| 4 | Manish Narwal | Shooting | Men’s 10m air pistol SH1 | Silver |
| 5 | Rubina Francis | Shooting | Women’s 10m Air Pistol SH1 | Bronze |
| 6 | Preethi Pal | Athletics | Women’s 200m T35 | Bronze |
| 7 | Nishad Kumar | Athletics | Men’s high jump T47 | Silver |
| 8 | Yogesh Kathuniya | Athletics | Men’s discus throw F56 | Silver |
| 9 | Nitesh Kumar | Badminton | Men’s singles SL3 | Gold |
| 10 | Thulasimathi Murugesan | Badminton | Women’s singles SU5 | Silver |
| 11 | Manisha Ramadass | Badminton | Women’s singles SU5 | Bronze |
| 12 | Suhas Yathiraj | Badminton | Men’s singles SL4 | Silver |
| 13 | Rakesh Kumar / Sheetal Devi | Archery | Mixed team compound open | Bronze |
| 14 | Sumit Antil | Athletics | Javelin throw F64 | Gold |
| 15 | Nithya Sre Sivan | Badminton | Women’s singles SH6 | Bronze |
| 16 | Deepthi Jeevanji | Athletics | Women’s 400m T20 | Bronze |
| 17 | Mariyappan Thangavelu | Athletics | Men’s high jump T63 | Bronze |
| 18 | Sharad Kumar | Athletics | Men’s high jump T63 | Silver |
| 19 | Ajeet Singh | Athletics | Men’s javelin throw F46 | Silver |
| 20 | Sundar Singh Gurjar | Athletics | Men’s javelin throw F46 | Bronze |
| 21 | Sachin Khilari | Athletics | Men’s shot put F46 | Silver |
| 22 | Harvinder Singh | Archery | Men’s individual recurve open | Gold |
| 23 | Dharambir | Athletics | Men’s club throw F51 | Gold |
| 24 | Pranav Soorma | Athletics | Men’s club throw F51 | Silver |
| 25 | Kapil Parmar | Judo | Men’s -60kg J1 | Bronze |
| 26 | Praveen Kumar | Athletics | Men’s high jump T64 | Gold |
| 27 | Hokato Hotozhe Sema | Athletics | Men’s shot put F57 | Bronze |
| 28 | Simran | Athletics | Women’s 200m T12 | Bronze |
| 29 | Navdeep Singh | Athletics | Men’s javelin throw F41 | Gold |
Murlikant Petkar’s gold in 1972 also stands as India’s first Paralympic gold medal. His achievement laid the foundation for future athletes to follow in his footsteps and bring glory to the nation. He was a former soldier in the Indian Army. He was injured during the 1965 India-Pakistan war, which led him to take up sports as part of his rehabilitation.
The 2024 Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony was a spectacular event held at Place de la Concorde, showcasing the spirit of the Paralympics and celebrating the achievements of athletes from around the world. This ceremony set the tone for the Games, highlighting inclusivity, resilience, and the power of sports to unite people.
The 2024 Paralympic Games Closing Ceremony will mark the end of this prestigious event, celebrating the victories and efforts of all participants at Stade de France. It will be a time to reflect on the successes of the Games and the stories of inspiration that emerged from the competitions.
The first Paralympic Medal for India was won in 1972 when Murlikant Petkar clinched the gold in swimming (50m freestyle) at the Heidelberg Games. This victory was a landmark moment, marking the beginning of India’s Paralympic journey.
As of 2024, India has won 60 medals at the Paralympic Games – 16 golds, 21 silvers, and 23 bronze medals till now. The nation’s athletes have consistently performed well in various disciplines such as athletics, powerlifting, swimming, and shooting. Below is a detailed table showing India’s medal achievements in the Paralympics:
| Year | Host City | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
| 1972 | Heidelberg, Germany | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1984 | Stoke Mandeville, UK/New York, USA | 0 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| 2004 | Athens, Greece | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | London, UK | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 2020 | Tokyo, Japan | 5 | 8 | 6 | 19 |
| 2024 | Paris, France | 7 | 9 | 13 | 29 |
The Indian government has introduced several schemes to promote sports, especially for differently-abled athletes. These initiatives include financial support, infrastructure development, and training programs to nurture talent at the grassroots level.
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