Asian Para Games 2023: India grabs 100th medal, breaks previous record

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• Oct 28, 2023 | Dhupali Das

Indian para-athletes made their nation proud by securing their 100th medal at the 4th Asian Para Games held in Hangzhou...

Digital Desk: Indian para-athletes made their nation proud by securing their 100th medal at the 4th Asian Para Games held in Hangzhou, China. Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media to extend his heartfelt congratulations to these incredible athletes, recognizing their dedication, hard work, and exceptional talent that continue to inspire the nation.

In a tweet on the social media platform X, Prime Minister Modi expressed his joy and admiration for the para-athletes. He said, “100 MEDALS at the Asian Para Games! A moment of unparalleled joy. This success is a result of the sheer talent, hard work, and determination of our athletes….They serve as a reminder that nothing is impossible for our youth." The Prime Minister also conveyed immense pride and appreciation for the athletes, their coaches, and the entire support system that has been instrumental in achieving this historic milestone.

The historic 100th medal was clinched by Dilip Mahadu Gavit in the men's 400m T47 event, where he displayed remarkable speed and agility, completing the race in just 49.48 seconds. With this achievement, India has marked its most successful Para Asian Games campaign to date, with an outstanding medal tally of 26 golds, 29 silvers, and 45 bronzes.

This current medal tally surpasses India's previous record of 72 medals achieved at the 2018 Para Games in Jakarta, which included 15 golds, 24 silvers, and 33 bronzes.

The final days of the games saw India continuing to shine. Rowers Anita and Narayana Konganapalle secured a silver medal in PR3 Mixed Doubles Sculls. The previous day witnessed Suyansh Narayan Jadhav clinching India's first gold medal in swimming in the men's 50m Butterfly-S7 category, while Solairaj Dharmaraj set a new Asian and Games record in the Men's Long Jump T64.

Furthermore, on the preceding day, India collected a total of 17 medals, which included 7 gold, 6 silver, and 4 bronze medals. The entire nation is celebrating the remarkable achievements of these para-athletes and their relentless spirit.

This momentous achievement at the 4th Asian Para Games serves as a testament to the incredible talent and determination of India's para-athletes and underscores the country's commitment to fostering sports and inclusivity.