Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated the Indian contingent for their historic performance at the World Para-Athletics Championships 2025, held at New Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium from September 23 to October 5, saying their “success will inspire several people.”

For the first time, host India achieved a record 22 medals – including six gold, nine silver, and seven bronze – marking their best-ever performance at the championships. In comparison, India had won nine medals at Dubai 2019, ten at Paris 2023, and 17 at Kobe 2024.

In a post on X, PM Modi said, “A historic performance by our para-athletes! This year’s World Para-Athletics Championships have been very special. The Indian contingent had its best-ever performance, winning 22 medals, including 6 Gold Medals.”

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