India has made a splendid start at the Paris Paralympics 2024, securing four medals as the country celebrates day two of the games.
A Quick Look at India’s Medal Winners
Here’s a summary of the medal winners from India at the ongoing Paris Paralympics 2024:
| Athlete | Sport | Medal | Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avani Lekhara | Shooting | Gold | Women’s 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 |
| Manish Narwal | Shooting | Silver | Men’s 10m Air Pistol SH1 |
| Mona Agarwal | Shooting | Bronze | Women’s 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 |
| Preethi Pal | Athletics | Bronze | Women’s 100m T35 |
In recent times, India has achieved remarkable success in para-sports, and this year’s Paralympics is no different.
The nation has carted home gold, silver, and two bronze medals, placing India in 17th position on the overall medal tally. With this momentum, India is on track to meet the target of 25 medals set by the Paralympic Committee of India.
Avani Lekhara Writes History in Shooting
“Avani Lekhara, the Paralympic world champion, continues to bring home the trophies in Shooting, clinching her second successive gold in the Women’s 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1.”
In a historic performance, Avani Lekhara equalled the world record of 249, a feat she achieved only half an hour before.
She also bettered her previous Paralympic record of 249, set during her appearance in Tokyo.
Avani’s score of 249 in the finals solidified her place as the first female para-athlete from India to win back-to-back gold medals at the Paralympic Games, placing her among the world’s elite shooters.
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Mona Agarwal Adds to India’s Shooting Glory
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Mona Agarwal, in her first Paralympic Games, added to India’s success in Shooting by securing a bronze in the Women’s 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 category.
Mona produced a score of 228.7 in the finals, showcasing her potential to become one of India’s key assets in the years to come.
“Mona Agarwal has given an exciting opening, raising hopes for India’s future in Paralympic Shooting.”
Silver for Manish Narwal in Men’s 10m Air Pistol
Continuing India’s success in the shooting range, Manish Narwal won a silver medal in the Men’s 10m Air Pistol SH1.
Manish, who rose to fame after winning gold at the Tokyo Paralympics in the Mixed Pistol SH1 event, has now become one of the few Indians to win multiple Paralympic medals, alongside Avani Lekhara and Devendra Jhajharia.
Bronze in Athletics by Preethi Pal
India’s success wasn’t limited to Shooting. Para-sprinter Preethi Pal opened India’s account in Athletics by winning a bronze medal in the Women’s 100m T35 event.
A debutant at the Paris Paralympics, Preethi replicated her performance from the 2024 World Para Athletics Championship, proving her consistency and skill on the global stage.
“Preethi Pal’s bronze medal in the Women’s 100m T35 event reflects India’s growing success in athletic events.”
Indian Contention for More Medals
“As India looks forward to achieving its lofty target of 25 medals, the participation of our para-athletes in the remaining events at the Paris Paralympics 2024 is being keenly watched.
India’s para-athletes have laid a solid foundation with these early successes, and expectations are high for the remaining days of the Paralympics. With stars like Avani Lekhara, Manish Narwal, Mona Agarwal, and Preethi Pal, India is poised to continue its medal-winning streak.
The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) and fans across the country are optimistic about more victories as the games progress.
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References: Business Standard, Olympics.com
