New Delhi: Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) president Devendra Jhajharia on Thursday said that the India will achieve around 40-50 medals in the next edition of Paralympics in Los Angeles in 2028, promising to better the tally at the Paris Games.
The 84-member Indian Paralympic contingent bagged 29 medals in the 19th edition of the Paralympic Games in Paris. With seven gold, nine silver and 13 bronze medals, the country surpassed its mark of 19 medals achieved at the Tokyo Paralympics three years ago.
“I am confident that in LA 2028 we will only better this performance from here. I promise everyone on behalf of the athletes that we will win at least 40 to 50 medals in the next edition of the Games,” Jhajharia said during a felicitation function hosted by the Indian Oil Corporation on Thursday.
“I want to thank everyone for the support that they have showcased for our para-athletes. This felicitation event will only motivate them to do better in the next edition of the games,” he added.
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The event was also graced by Union Minister of State for Sports Raksha Khadse and Indian Oil’s Director of Marketing, Satish Kumar.
“I want to say this today, that you have a special gift of God that has helped you all to come such a long way. With the support of your coaches, family and friends, you have made the country proud. You are the real heroes of this nation and I hope that with your achievements, many youngsters will also get inspired,” Khadse said.
PM Modi interacts with Paralympians
PM Narendra Modi on Thursday met the Indian Paralympic contingent at his official residence in New Delhi. He spoke to almost every athlete personally and had some lighter moments with the likes of Navdeep Singh and Sheetal Devi (armless para archer). Navdeep presented his cap to the Indian PM while Sheetal signed a jersey using her legs for Mr. Modi.
The 84-member Indian Paralympic contingent bagged 29 medals in the 19th edition of the Paralympic Games in Paris. With seven gold, nine silver and 13 bronze medals, the country surpassed its mark of 19 medals achieved at the Tokyo Paralympics three years ago. Other Sports Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
