India wrapped up a historic campaign at the Paris Paralympics 2024, winning an impressive total of 29 medals. The nation’s athletes brought home 7 gold, 9 silver, and 13 bronze medals, marking India’s best performance at the Paralympic Games. This achievement placed India 18th on the final medals table, a proud moment for the country.
India’s Best Paralympic Performance
The Paris Paralympics 2024 was a landmark event for India, with athletes from across the nation showcasing their talents. With 7 golds, 9 silvers, and 13 bronzes, India secured its best-ever medal tally. Track and field events contributed significantly to the success, with 17 of the 29 medals coming from athletics.
Navdeep Singh’s Golden Moment
One of the standout performances came from Navdeep Singh in the men’s javelin throw (F41 category). Navdeep initially secured silver but was later awarded gold after Iran’s Sadegh Beit Sayah was disqualified for breaking competition rules. Navdeep’s final throw of 47.32 meters outshone world record holder Sun Pengxiang from China, who finished second with 44.72 meters.
Simran’s Bronze Triumph in Women’s 200m
Another highlight was Simran’s bronze medal in the women’s 200m (T12 classification). Simran ran a personal best of 24.75 seconds under Abhay Singh’s direction to win the bronze and add to India’s medal total. Simran, a world champion in this event, demonstrated her resilience after finishing fourth in the 100m earlier in the Games.
India Outshines Several Nations
India’s performance in Paris saw it outdo several established countries in the Paralympic arena, including Switzerland, South Korea, Belgium, and Turkey. Pakistan, India’s neighboring country, ended its campaign with just one bronze, finishing 79th on the medals table.
Looking Forward to LA 2028
The success in Paris has raised expectations for the upcoming Los Angeles Paralympic Games in 2028. With India showing strong progress, the nation will aim for even more medals in the next edition.
FAQs
1. How many medals did India win at the Paris Paralympics 2024?
India won a total of 29 medals at the Paris Paralympics 2024, including 7 gold, 9 silver, and 13 bronze.
2. Who won the last gold medal for India at the Paris Paralympics 2024?
Navdeep Singh won the last gold for India in the men’s javelin throw (F41 classification).
3. How did India rank on the final medals table at the Paris Paralympics?
India finished in 18th place in the overall rankings at the Paris Paralympics 2024.
