As the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games open, Sportstar takes a look back at the Indians who have made their country proud by winning gold at previous editions. From the first Paralympian from India, Murlikant Petkar, to the latest sensation, Krishna Nagar, the article provides a comprehensive list of the men and women who have brought home gold in various sports categories. With a detailed schedule of events, it is a must-read for all sports enthusiasts.
The Paralympic Games: Indian Gold Medalists
The Paralympic Games, an international multi-sport event for athletes with physical disabilities, has witnessed remarkable performances from Indian athletes over the years. From Murlikant Petkar, the first Paralympian from India, to Krishna Nagar, the latest sensation, many Indian athletes have made their country proud by winning gold medals in various sports.
Gold Medalists at the Paralympics
| Name | Sport | Year | |---|---|---| | Murlikant Petkar | Swimming | 1972 | | Devendra Jhajharia | Javelin throw | 2004, 2016, 2021 | | Mariappan Thangavelu | High jump | 2016 | | Deepa Malik | Shot put, javelin throw | 2016 | | Sundar Singh Gurjar | Javelin throw | 2020 | | Avani Lekhara | Shooting | 2020 | | Sumit Antil | Javelin throw | 2020 | | Praveen Kumar | High jump | 2020 | | Krishna Nagar | Badminton | 2020 |
Upcoming Paris 2024 Paralympic Games
The 2024 Paralympic Games will be held in Paris, France, from August 28 to September 8, 2024. It is expected to feature over 4,400 athletes from 180 countries competing in 22 sports. The Indian contingent is expected to send a strong team and aim for more medals, including gold.
FAQs
1. Who was the first Indian Paralympian to win a gold medal? Murlikant Petkar won the first gold medal for India at the 1972 Paralympic Games in Heidelberg, West Germany.
2. Which Indian athlete has won the most Paralympic gold medals? Devendra Jhajharia has won three Paralympic gold medals in the javelin throw, in 2004, 2016, and 2021.
3. What is the most successful sport for India at the Paralympics? Athletics, particularly javelin throw, has been the most successful sport for India at the Paralympics, with 12 gold medals.
4. Which Indian athlete won two gold medals at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics? Avani Lekhara won two gold medals in shooting at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics.
5. How many medals is India aiming for at the 2024 Paris Paralympics? The Indian Paralympic Committee has set a target of winning at least 10 medals, including 4-5 gold medals, at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
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