Indian para-athletes have delivered stellar performances at the Youth Asian Para Games 2025 in Dubai, winning multiple medals in swimming, table tennis, and athletics, and inspiring a new generation of champions.
India’s contingent at the Youth Asian Para Games 2025 in Dubai has started with a blaze, as several young para-athletes have brought home medals, marking a proud moment for the nation. The Games, running from December 7 to 14, have seen India’s athletes shine across multiple disciplines, with standout performances in swimming, table tennis, and athletics.
Medal Highlights
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Gold Rush in Swimming: Abdul Quadir Indori made history by clinching two gold medals in the 50m Butterfly and 50m Backstroke events, showcasing his dominance in the pool and setting the tone for India’s campaign.
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Table Tennis Triumph: Baby Sahana Ravi secured a gold medal in the Class SF-9 (U-23) para table tennis category, defeating the Philippines’ Lhey Marie Manginsay in straight sets. Vishwa Vijay Tambe added a silver in the Class SM-10 category after a hard-fought contest against North Korea’s Kwang Nam So.
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Javelin Glory: Irfan Diwan displayed exceptional skill in the Javelin Throw (F11–13), launching a remarkable 46.73m to claim gold and further boost India’s medal tally.
Rising Stars, Rising Hopes
India’s contingent comprises 115+ young para-athletes competing in 11 sports, with athletics and badminton fielding the largest teams. The athletes’ performances have not only added to the medal count but also inspired hope for future Paralympic glory.
Team India’s Journey
The Youth Asian Para Games 2025 is the largest edition yet, with athletes aged 13 to 21 competing for continental honors. India’s current tally stands at eight medals, including two golds, two silvers, and four bronzes, with more events still underway.
Source: NDTV Sports, Cricketnmore, Firstpost, India Tribune, Paralympic Committee of India, DD News, The Statesman, Olympics.com