India’s Para Asian Games contingent gets warm send-off, Mandaviya launches new jersey
India's Para Asian Games contingent received a formal send-off ceremony led by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. The event featured the unveiling of a new team jersey and emphasized the government's commitment to supporting para-athletes in their pursuit of medals.
Why it matters
This reflects the growing institutional support and national focus on inclusive sports and para-athletic achievements in India.
India's Para Asian Games contingent received a formal send-off on Thursday ahead of the continental showpiece in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya launching the new Team India jersey at a ceremony organised by the Paralympic Committee of India.
The ceremony began with the traditional lighting of the lamp and was attended by prominent para-athletes, including Paralympic medallists Simran Sharma, Preeti Pal and Kapil Parmar, besides para-archer Rakesh Kumar and para-powerlifter Ashok Kumar.
Para-badminton star Pramod Bhagat was named the flag bearer of the Indian contingent for the Games. PCI president Devendra Jhajharia, chairperson Payal Kanodia and head coach Satyanarayana were also present.
Mr. Mandaviya hailed the para-athletes for overcoming challenges and urged them to now focus on winning medals for the country.
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