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Largest-ever Indian contingent gets grand send-off for Paris 2024 Paralympics

Addressing the gathering, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, stated, “Our para-athletes have a remarkable ability to overcome obstacles and turn challenges into opportunities
06:27 AM Aug 17, 2024 IST | IANS
largest ever indian contingent gets grand send off for paris 2024 paralympics
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New Delhi, Aug 16: In a remarkable display of national pride and support, the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) and the Sports Authority of India (SAI) hosted a grand send-off ceremony on Friday for the Indian contingent for the upcoming Paralympic Games in Paris.

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The event marked a historic moment as India prepares to send its largest-ever contingent of 84 athletes to the Paris Paralympics, where they will compete in 12 sports including archery, athletics, badminton, canoeing, cycling, blind judo, powerlifting, rowing, shooting, swimming, table tennis, and taekwondo.

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Addressing the gathering, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, stated, “Our para-athletes have a remarkable ability to overcome obstacles and turn challenges into opportunities. They have shown remarkable determination and perseverance in their preparation for the Paris Paralympics 2024."

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