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Reliance Foundation chairman Nita Ambani. (PTI Photo)
India won a record haul of seven gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze medals at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
Reliance Foundation Founder-Chairperson Mrs. Nita M. Ambani lauded Indian para-athletes for not only breaking record but also barriers after their best-ever record-breaking campaign at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
Nita M. Ambani said: “As the Paris 2024 Paralympics come to a close, I am filled with immense pride for India’s extraordinary athletes. With the highest-ever tally of 29 medals, including a record 7 golds and our best-ever ranking, you have not only broken records but also barriers! India stands tall today because of your grit, talent, and achievements. You have united the nation in celebration and inspired millions to dream big! I salute each one of your journeys and wish you even greater glory in the years to come. Many, many congratulations. Jai Hind!”
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The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games lowered the curtain on Sunday evening. The closing ceremony at Stade de France was attended by approximately 64,000 spectators and more than 8,500 athletes and accompanying staff.
After 11 days of competition, Indian para-athletes won seven gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze medals at the Paris Paralympics. India thus concluded the Paris Paralympics finished 18th in the overall medals tally. At the last edition in Tokyo, India were ranked 24th with five gold, eight silver and six bronze medals.
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India’s first medal in the Paralympics came in the 1972 Games, with Murlikant Petkar winning a gold medal in swimming. Prior to the 2024 Games, India had won 31 medals across 12 Paralympic Games.
