Ahead Of Paralympics 2024, PM Narendra Modi Interacts With Indian Athletes

19.08.2024 - 15:33 sports.ndtv.com

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday interacted with the Indian contingent for the upcoming Paris Paralympics starting from August 28.

Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya was also present during the interaction which was conducted on a video call.

India is set to field its largest-ever contingent for the Paralympics, with 84 athletes competing in 12 sports, including archery, athletics, badminton, canoeing, cycling, blind judo, powerlifting, rowing, shooting, swimming, table tennis, and taekwondo.

The games commence on August 28 and promise to showcase the exceptional talents and dedication of India's para-athletes. During the meeting, Mandaviya said that the Indian para-athletes have proved that any hurdle can be crossed with willpower.

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