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More medals and a big rise around the World

More medals and a big rise around the World

The Indian para sports ecosystem has been growing exponentially over the years, having multiple world championship titles and Paralympic medals across various sports. Historically, India has won 60 medals at the Paralympic Games, but 48 of those were won in just the last two editions, showcasing the country’s rise in this sport. At the 2024 Paris Paralympics, India accounted for almost half (29) of its all-time Paralympic medals, securing a historic first top-20 finish on the medal table. This rise in Indian para sports is not a one-off. The country has regularly been on an upward trend and has shown consistency across tournaments. Historic Asian Para Games India had a phenomenal outing at the 2023 Asian Para Games, surpassing three digits in medal count for the first time with a historic tally of 111 medals, finishing fifth overall. This was a massive increase for India from the last edition, where they had 72 medals, implying the continuous progress across various para sports programmes in India. To explore more opportunities across various sports, click here for …

New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix to be an annual event until 2028

New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix to be an annual event until 2028

The New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix is set to become an annual event, running till 2028, as part of a multi-year agreement between India and the sport’s international governing body. This is the first-ever international para event hosted by India, and officials have confirmed its continuity for the entire Paralympic cycle leading up to the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics. “India has signed a long-term agreement with us, ensuring the New Delhi Grand Prix will be held for the next four years,” Martin Chorley, Senior Manager of Competitions at World Para Athletics, told PTI. He also mentioned that the 2026 edition will be officially announced later this year. The event is part of India’s broader ambitions to establish itself as a major host of global sporting events, with the country already set to host the World Para Athletics Championships in September at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. “India is looking beyond just hosting the World Championships. They are building a lasting legacy with multiple events, helping athletes prepare for LA 2028, while also positioning themselves …