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Confident That India Will Win More Than 25 Medals In Paris Paralympics: Devendra Jhajharia

After a spectacular performance at the Tokyo Paralympics, India is aiming to better its performance as the country is sending its largest-ever contingent for the upcoming Paris Paralympics. With 84 para-athletes participating this time in the mega event, Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) president Devendra Jhajharia is confident that India will surpass the last edition's medal tally. With three Paralympic medals and many accolades in the World Para Athletics Championships under his belt, Jhajharia brings a wealth of experience and inspiration to the role. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Jhajharia shared insights into India's enhanced preparations, the support system propelling athletes forward, and his expectations from the upcoming Games.

Barcelona should always aim for LaLiga title, Flick says

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95 Officials To Accompany 84 Paris Paralympics Participants To Look After Their 'Special Needs'

The 84-member Indian contingent taking part in the Paris Paralympics beginning on August 28 will be accompanied by 95 officials as many participants will have their personal coaches and escorts travelling with them to take care of their special needs. The total strength of the Indian contingent will thus have 179 members. Out of the 95, as many as 77 are team officials, nine are contingent medical officials and another nine contingent officials. India is sending the largest number of participants in the Paris Paralympics (August 28 to September 8) with 84 athletes competing in 12 sports.

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Motherwell Athletics Club kids are in the medals at Scottish Age Group Championships

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Manu Bhaker Meets Mary Kom, Makes Special Request To 8-Time World Champion

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'Chinese Players Are Not Invincible': Para Shuttler Bhavina Patel Ahead Of Paris Paralympics

Tokyo Paralympics silver medallist in table tennis Bhavina Patel is determined to do one better against her Chinese opponents at Paris Paralympics starting on August 28, saying they are not invincible. The first Indian paddler to clinch a medal at Tokyo in Class 4 event, Bhavina said on departure for this year's edition that she would look to defy Chinese domination in table tennis as they are "humans" too. Bhavina told PTI Videos on Sunday, ”Chinese players are humans and so are we. China does not matter to me, even during the Tokyo edition I had beaten a Chinese player so there's no pressure on me to face them. I have changed my tactics according to them so I will deploy my best plans against them on the day," she said.

Manu Bhaker Picks Sportspersons She Would Like To Spend A Day With, Neeraj Chopra Snubbed

A true sporting icon for India, Manu Bhaker brought the country many laurels in the recently concluded Paris Olympic Games 2024. Bhaker clinched two medals -- both bronze -- as the Indian contingent returned with a total of 6 medals from the Paris Games. Since her return home, Manu has been a part of many interviews and felicitation ceremonies. During one such event, Manu was asked about the sportspersons she would like to spend a day with. The ace shooter took multiple names. Among the overseas sportspersons, the name of sprint king Usain Bolt emerged. In India, Manu picked the names of superstar cricketers, Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and MS Dhoni.

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Confident That India Will Win More Than 25 Medals In Paris Paralympics: Devendra Jhajharia

Barcelona should always aim for LaLiga title, Flick says

95 Officials To Accompany 84 Paris Paralympics Participants To Look After Their 'Special Needs'

Opening ceremony for Paris Paralympics aims to reshape views of disabilities

Motherwell Athletics Club kids are in the medals at Scottish Age Group Championships

Manu Bhaker Meets Mary Kom, Makes Special Request To 8-Time World Champion

'Chinese Players Are Not Invincible': Para Shuttler Bhavina Patel Ahead Of Paris Paralympics

Manu Bhaker Picks Sportspersons She Would Like To Spend A Day With, Neeraj Chopra Snubbed