Praveen Kumar Wins Gold in High Jump:
On September 6, 2024, India achieved a significant milestone at the Paris Paralympics. The country won its 26th medal, thanks to outstanding performances by Indian athletes. Praveen Kumar clinched a gold medal in men’s high jump T-64, while Kapil Parmar secured a bronze in judo. These achievements highlight India’s best-ever performance at the Paralympics.
In a remarkable display of athleticism, Praveen Kumar won the gold medal in the men’s high jump T-64 category. He set an Asian record with a jump of 2.08 meters. This achievement not only earned him the top spot but also propelled India to 14th place in the overall medal standings. 
Kapil Parmar’s Bronze Medal in Judo
On the same day, judo player Kapil Parmar added a bronze medal to India’s tally. He competed in the men’s J-1 category and defeated Brazil’s Eliton de Oliveira with a score of 10-0 in just 33 seconds. This quick victory was a highlight of the day. However, before his success, Kapil faced a tough loss in the semifinals. He was defeated by Iran’s Khoram Banitaba with a score of 0-10. Despite this setback, Kapil made a strong comeback in the bronze medal match.
Indian Archery Team’s Narrow Defeat
The Indian mixed archery team, featuring Harvinder Singh and Pooja, competed fiercely in the bronze medal match. They were leading 4-2 after the third set. However, the Slovenian team made a comeback and won the final set 5-4, securing the bronze medal. The Indian duo had previously lost to Italy’s top-ranked team in the semifinals with a score of 6-2. Despite this loss, Harvinder Singh’s individual performance in archery was impressive. He won the gold medal in the men’s individual recurve open category, making him the first Indian to achieve this feat in Paralympic archery.
Simran’s Performance in Women’s 100 Meters
In the women’s 100 meters T-12 category, Simran Guide finished in fourth place. She completed the race in 12.31 seconds. Cuban athlete Omara Elias won the gold medal with a time of 11.81 seconds. Although Simran did not win a medal, her performance was commendable.
Ashok Kumar’s Efforts in Para Powerlifting
In the men’s 65 kg weight category of para powerlifting, Ashok Kumar finished in sixth place. He achieved a best lift of 199 kg. The gold medal went to China’s Yi Zhou, who lifted 215 kg. Great Britain’s Mark Swan won the silver with 213 kg, while Algeria’s Bettir Hossein secured the bronze with a lift of 209 kg. Despite his sixth-place finish, Ashok’s effort was a valuable contribution to India’s medal tally.
Highlights from Previous Days
Earlier in the week, India achieved notable success in the men’s F-51 category club throw event. Dharambir Singh won the gold medal with a best throw of 34.92 meters, and Pranav Surma earned the silver with a throw of 34.59 meters. Although India missed a clean sweep, it was a significant accomplishment. Amit Kumar, who also competed in this event, finished 10th due to fouled attempts. Despite his efforts, he was unable to secure a medal.
Harvinder Singh’s Historic Gold Medal in Archery
Harvinder Singh’s victory in archery was a historic achievement. He became the first Indian to win a gold medal in this sport at the Paralympics. Harvinder’s journey through the rounds was impressive. He started with a win over Chinese Taipei’s Lung-Hui Seng. He continued his winning streak through the pre-quarter finals, quarter-finals, and semi-finals. In the final, he defeated Poland’s Lukas Cizek with a score of 6-0. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Harvinder on X (formerly Twitter), praising his focus and spirit.
Sachin Sarjerao’s Medal in Shot Put
On the seventh day of the Paralympics, Sachin Sarjerao won the first medal for India. He achieved a silver in the men’s F-46 category shot put with an Asian record throw of 16.32 meters. This event is for athletes with arm impairments. 
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