India Shines at Paris Paralympics

Indian para-athletes have demonstrated remarkable performances at the Paris Paralympics, securing multiple medals and advancing in various events. Manisha Ramadass and Thulasimathi Murugesan ensured at least one medal for India in badminton by reaching the women's singles SU5 semifinals, while Mandeep Kaur and Palak Kohli were eliminated in their respective quarterfinals. In shooting, Rubina Francis won bronze in the P2 - Women's 10m Air Pistol SH-1, and Avani Lekhara clinched gold in the women's 10m air rifle event. Indian archers Sarita Kumari and Rakesh Kumar made notable progress in their categories, despite Sarita's eventual defeat in the quarterfinals. Preeti Pal added a bronze in the women's 100m T35 event, contributing to India's growing medal tally. Celebrities like Kareena Kapoor and Sonu Sood publicly congratulated the athletes for their achievements.