Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said his government is providing special training for athletes with disabilities so they can win medals at the Paralympic Games, the pinnacle for athletes. athletes with special disabilities.
On the 77th anniversary of India's independence, Prime Minister Modi addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort, saying that even the children of the slums were showing "strength in the world" sport".
"As we work to build an accessible India for Divyangjan, we also allow my Divyangjan to fly the Indian tricolor flag at the Paralympic Games. We are training the players specifically. ," said the Prime Minister.
"Now look at the world of sports. Nowadays, kids coming out of the slums are showing strength in the sports world." The Paralympic Games are held every four years and are contested by athletes with special disabilities. They are partners of the Olympic Games, contested by healthy athletes.
India had its best-ever record at the Tokyo Paralympic Games 2021, winning 19 medals (5 gold, 8 silver, and 6 bronze). Since first participating in the Paralympic Games in 1968, India has won 31 medals (9 gold, 12 silver and 10 bronze). The 2024 Paralympic Games will take place in Paris.
