New Delhi, Sept 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded the Indian para-athletes for their record-breaking achievement at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, where they secured 29 medals. This marks India's best-ever performance at the Paralympics since the country's debut.
Taking to the social media platform X, Prime Minister Modi praised the athletes for their "unwavering dedication and indomitable spirit." He stated, "Paralympics 2024 have been special and historical. India is overjoyed that our incredible para-athletes have brought home 29 medals, which is the best-ever performance since India’s debut at the Games. This achievement is due to the unwavering dedication and indomitable spirit of our athletes. Their sporting performances have given us many moments to remember and inspired several upcoming athletes."
Paralympics 2024 have been special and historical.
India is overjoyed that our incredible para-athletes have brought home 29 medals, which is the best ever performance since India's debut at the Games.
This achievement is due to the unwavering dedication and indomitable spirit… pic.twitter.com/tME7WkFgS3
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 8, 2024 ">Narendra Modi
The Paralympic Games ended on Sunday evening at Stade de France, with approximately 64,000 spectators and over 8,500 athletes and accompanying staff in attendance. Indian athletes shone brightly during the 11 days of competition, winning seven gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze medals.
The closing ceremony marked the end of a highly successful event for India, with the athletes' remarkable achievements serving as an inspiration for future generations in the field of sports.
