Paralympics 2024 Zeitplan: Support India at the Paris Paralympics
Paralympics 2024 Zeitplan: Sports Minister's Call to Action
New Delhi, Aug 25: Sunday marked an important day for Indian sports. The largest-ever contingent of athletes departed from New Delhi to represent the country at the Paris Paralympics 2024.
Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, extended his best wishes to the 84-member contingent and urged the nation to ‘Cheer for Bharat’ during the event.
Maximizing Support for Athletes
“Namaste, the Paris Paralympics is set to begin. India’s biggest contingent ever, consisting of 84 athletes, who are going to give their best at the Paralympics need our support,” said Mandaviya, stressing the mantra ‘Cheer For Bharat’.
- This formidable team comprises athletes from various disciplines including badminton, athletics, and cycling.
- Following their impressive performance at the Tokyo Paralympics, where they secured 19 medals, there’s immense determination to exceed the 25-medal mark in Paris.
Key Officials Join the Journey
Key officials from the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI), including President Devendra Jhajharia and Chef de Mission Satya Prakash Sangwan, departed in solidarity with the athletes.
The Paris Paralympics will commence on August 28 and continue until September 8.
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