India’s para-athletes delivered an outstanding performance at the Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on October 22, winning all three medals in the men’s high jump T42/T63 final. Shailesh Kumar claimed gold with a record-breaking performance, while Varun Bhati secured silver and Rahul won bronze.
The achievement marked India’s third clean sweep of a podium at the Games, following similar success in shot put and discus events. The results highlighted the strong performances of India’s para-athletes across multiple track and field disciplines.
Indian swimmers also added to the country’s medal tally. Kapil Kumar won silver in the men’s 400-metre freestyle S10 event, while Ravi Kartik Budigina secured silver in the 100-metre backstroke S13 event. Swatik Patil added a bronze medal in the 100-metre breaststroke SB9 competition.
India’s overall performance continued to draw attention as the Games progressed. According to the figures provided, India had won 20 gold, 27 silver and 41 bronze medals, placing the country fifth or sixth in the medal standings.
President Droupadi Murmu and Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya praised the athletes for their achievements. Their performances have brought recognition to India’s para-sports contingent as the competition continues.
The Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya are scheduled to run until October 24, with Indian athletes continuing to compete for medals across different events.