India’s performance at the Hangzhou Asian Para Games 2023 has been nothing short of exceptional, with the nation breaking its previous record for the highest medal tally at the event. The fourth day of the games witnessed India’s consistent dominance across various sports, contributing significantly to their medal haul.
India’s Historical Performance at Asian Para Games
- India’s journey at the Asian Para Games has shown consistent growth over the years.
- The medal tally has progressed from 14 in 2010 to an impressive 82 in 2023, surpassing the previous record of 72 in 2018.
- Track and field have historically contributed significantly to India’s medal tally, with 60 out of the total 119 medals won before the 2023 edition coming from athletics.
India’s Medal Tally at Hangzhou Asian Para Games 2023
- The current medal count for India stands at 82, comprising 18 gold, 23 silver, and 41 bronze medals.
- India’s gold medal count of 18 places them 8th in the overall standings at the event.
Highlights from Day 4
Archery
- Sheetal Devi and Rakesh Kumar secured India’s first gold medal in the Mixed Team Compound – Open event, triumphing over China.
- Adil Mohamed Nazir Ansari and Naveen Dalal clinched a bronze in the Men’s Doubles – W1 Open category.
Athletics
- Sachin Sarjerao Khilari secured a gold medal in the Men’s Shot Put-F46 event.
- Monu Ghangas, Simran, Bhagyashri Madhavrao Jadhav, Muthuraja, Narayan Thakur, Shreyansh Trivedi, and Rohit Kumar collectively added 6 silver and bronze medals to India’s tally in various track and field events.
Para-Badminton
- Indian para badminton players showcased remarkable performances, securing a total of 8 bronze medals across different categories, including Men’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Singles, and Women’s Doubles.
Chess
- Himanshi Bhaveshkumar Rathi added to India’s medal count, securing a bronze in the Women’s Individual Standard VI-B1 category.
Shooting
- Sidhartha Babu won gold in the R6 – Mixed 50m Rifle Prone SH1 event, contributing significantly to India’s overall success.
Conclusion
India’s exceptional performance at the Hangzhou Asian Para Games 2023 has not only surpassed their previous records but has also solidified their position as a force to be reckoned with in the global para sports arena. With outstanding achievements across various sports, Indian athletes have demonstrated their dedication, skill, and determination, making the nation proud on the international stage.
