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2024 Paralympic Games Overview
Event Details
Event: 2024 Summer Paralympics
Location: Paris, France
Dates: August 28 - September 8, 2024
Key Highlights
- Opening Ceremony: Held on August 28, 2024, at Place de la Concorde
- Closing Ceremony: Scheduled for September 8, 2024, at Stade de France
- Theme Song: "Parade" by Victor Le Manse, recorded with the Orchestre National de France
- Mascot: Paralympic Phryge, symbolizing freedom with the traditional Phrygian cap
Participation
- Athletes: Over 4,400 athletes
- Sports: 22 sports with 549 medal events
Significance
This is the first time Paris is hosting the Summer Paralympics. The Games highlight the abilities and achievements of athletes with disabilities, promoting inclusivity and awareness.
Events and Schedule
The Games will feature a variety of sports including athletics, swimming, wheelchair basketball, and more. For a detailed schedule and results, visit the official Paralympics website.
Challenges and Policies
Athletes often face challenges such as limited funding and inadequate infrastructure. Various policies and initiatives are in place to support Paralympic athletes, including national and international programs.
India's Flag Bearers
2024 Paris Paralympics
Flag Bearers: Sumit Antil and Bhagyashree Yadav
Sumit Antil is a gold medalist in Men's Javelin Throw F64, and Bhagyashree Yadav competes in Women's Shot Put F34[^1^][1][^2^][2].
History of India's Participation
India made its first appearance at the Paralympics in 1968. Over the years, Indian athletes have shown remarkable progress and resilience. Here is a brief history of India's participation:
- 1968: First appearance
- 1972: First gold medal by Murlikant Petkar in Swimming
- 1984: Four medals including two silver and two bronze
- 2004: Two medals including a gold by Devendra Jhajharia in Javelin Throw
- 2016: Four medals including two gold
- 2020: Best-ever performance with 19 medals[^2^][2][^3^][3]
Medal Tally - Tokyo 2020
India won a total of 19 medals at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics:
- Gold: 5
- Silver: 8
- Bronze: 6
This was India's best-ever performance at the Paralympics[^3^][3][^4^][4].