India Ends Paris Olympics with Six Medals

India's performance at the Paris Olympics 2024 concluded with six medals, one silver and five bronze, placing them 71st in the medal tally among 84 nations. Indian wrestler Reetika Hooda, despite an impressive debut, was eliminated in the quarterfinals of the women's 76 kg freestyle wrestling event after a 1-1 tie against top-seeded Aiperi Medet Kyzy due to the 'last technical point' rule. Hooda's defeat, along with golfer Aditi Ashok's and Diksha Dagar's lower finishes, ended India's campaign without a gold medal, which has been a recurring disappointment. Noteworthy performances included Neeraj Chopra's silver in javelin and several commendable fourth-place finishes. The Indian government invested significantly in athletics and other sports, but the overall result fell short of expectations, highlighting the need for continued development at the grassroots level.