Kapil Parmar, a visually impaired judo athlete, made history by becoming India’s first Paralympic medalist in judo, securing a bronze in the men’s 60kg J1 category.
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Athletes with vision impairment are classified under the J1 category.
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Ajeet Singh and Sundar Singh Gurjar won the silver and bronze medals, respectively, in the men’s javelin throw F46 class.
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Athletes in the F46 sports class have their arms/hands affected by impairments, for example by above or below elbow amputations.
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Navdeep Singh won a gold in the men’s javelin throw F41 class with a new Paralympic record of 47.32m, to register India’s first-ever medal in the category.
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Athletes with short stature compete in the F41 sport class.
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Navdeep Singh had won a silver medal in this event. However, the winning athlete from the Islamic Republic of Iran was disqualified due to improper and unsporting conduct. Thus, Navdeep Singh was awarded the gold medal.
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Dussehra is just around the corner, and the excitement is in the air! Known as Vijaya Dashami, this festival is one of the most important celebrations in India. It marks the victory of good over evil, symbolized by Lord Rama defeating the demon king Ravana. This festive time is perfect for kids to learn and have fun! Here are some exciting activities that will keep your little ones engaged during Dussehra.
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Dussehra celebrates the triumph of Lord Rama over Ravana, who kidnapped his wife, Sita. Before the festival, many schools organize plays called Ramleelas that tell the story of this epic battle. The festival includes burning effigies of Ravana, Kumbhakarna, and Meghnad, showing the destruction of evil. It’s a time for blessings, joy, and community celebrations!
Kids can act out scenes from the Ramayana in a fun skit called Ramleela. They can audition for different roles and perform for their classmates, bringing the story to life!
Have a storytelling session where kids can share their understanding of the Ramayana. They can write down key events and what they learned, then present their stories to the class.
Let the kids create colorful Rangolis at home! They can pick their own designs and colors, making the space festive and vibrant!
Encourage kids to wear traditional outfits on Dussehra. Dressing up adds to the festive spirit and makes the day extra special!
Set up a game where kids can throw darts at a paper effigy of Ravana. This fun activity represents the triumph of good over evil.
Organize a puppet show that tells the story of the Ramayana. Using puppets makes it easier to share the story and teaches important values.
Kids can work together to create a Ravana effigy. They can paint faces and then assemble them to form a big effigy, encouraging teamwork and creativity!
Kids can make Origami flowers using colorful paper. This activity is a fun way to decorate for the festival and learn about flower folding.
Plan a trip to a local Dussehra fair. Kids can enjoy rides, tasty snacks, and see performances of Ramlila. It’s a wonderfull way to adventure the festival!
Teach kids how to wrap gifts beautifully. They can practise wrapping gifts for friends or family, learning a useful skill while having fun!
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These fun Dussehra activities will make celebrations lively and memorable for kids. They’ll learn about the significance of the festival while enjoying creative and interactive experiences.
Simran won a bronze medal in the women’s 200m T12 final, clocking a personal best timing of 24.75 seconds, alongside her guide Abhay Singh.
Simran’s journey to the podium is a testament to her hard work and perseverance. Overcoming challenges, she has proven that dedication pays off. With every stride, she pushed her limits and demonstrated what it means to compete at the highest level.
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The T12 class is for runners with a visual impairment, hence athletes run with a guide on the track.
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