Paralympic Champions' Tribute: Modi, India’s 'Param Mitra'

During a meet-and-greet session with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Indian Paralympic athletes, led by Yogesh Kathuniya, lauded his support and referred to him as their 'param mitra'. The Indian para contingent achieved an unprecedented 29 medals at the Paris Paralympics. Modi emphasized changing societal perceptions towards differently-abled individuals.

During a heartfelt meet-and-greet session with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Indian Paralympic athletes heaped praises on his unwavering support, notably referring to him as their 'param mitra' (best friend). Leading the tributes was Yogesh Kathuniya, who highlighted Modi's role in their success.

The Indian para contingent's stellar performance at the Paris Paralympics saw them clinch a historic 29 medals, including seven golds. Modi, in his address, emphasized reshaping societal perceptions towards differently-abled individuals, praising the athletes for their exemplary determination.

Among those who shared their experiences were Nishad Kumar, Sumit Antil, Kapil Parmar, and Simran Sharma, all of whom credited Modi for their motivation and achievements. The session concluded with Modi expressing pride and recognizing the significant contributions of coaches and support staff.

(With inputs from agencies.)