Asian Para Games: Indian athletes create history, bag 111 medals

Indian para athletes created history on Saturday as they ended their Hangzhou Asian Para Games campaign with an unprecedented 111 medals, the biggest haul for the country in any major international multi-sport event.With 29 gold, 31 silver and 51 bronze in their kitty, the Indian para athletes won four medals more than the record tally of 107 won by the able-bodied athletes in the Hangzhou Asian Games held from September 23 to October 8.India ended at fifth place in the medals tally, a remarkable achievement in itself, below China (521 medals: 214 gold, 167 silver, 140 bronze), Iran (131: 44, 46, 41), Japan (150: 42, 49, 59) and Korea (103: 30, 33, 40).

That's it! HISTORY MADE at #AsianParaGames2022!!

We promised, we delivered! Team returns home with 1⃣1⃣1⃣ medals, a superb number, surpassing all odds and adversities!

Super proud of our para athletes #IsBaar100Paar#Cheer4India #Praise4Para#HallaBol… pic.twitter.com/D9FNbDnRaY

— SAI Media (@Media_SAI) October 28, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modicalled it a moment of unparalleled joy.This success is a result of the sheer talent, hard work, and determination of our athletes, he said.Modi said that this remarkable milestone fills our hearts with immense pride. "I extend my deepest appreciation and gratitude to our incredible athletes, coaches and the entire support system working with them.These triumphs inspire us all. They serve as a reminder that nothing is impossible for our youth", he said.