Amit Kumar Saroha: Celebrating a Legacy, Passing the Torch

Amit Kumar Saroha, who finished last in the men's club throw F51 event at the Paralympics, celebrates the success of his students, Dharambir and Pranav Soorma, who secured gold and silver medals respectively. Despite his personal setback, Amit finds fulfillment in witnessing the achievements of the next generation.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 05-09-2024 12:12 IST | Created: 05-09-2024 12:12 IST
Amit Kumar Saroha: Celebrating a Legacy, Passing the Torch
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Amit Kumar Saroha, who finished last in the men's club throw F51 event at the Paralympics, celebrates the success of his students, Dharambir and Pranav Soorma, who secured gold and silver medals respectively. Despite his personal setback, Amit finds fulfillment in witnessing the achievements of the next generation.

India's medal tally reached 24 on Wednesday with Dharambir and Soorma's top-two finish in the event. Although Amit did not fare well, he expressed immense joy that his team would be returning home with a gold medal.

Amit highlighted the challenges in the sport, mentioning the severe physical disabilities athletes suffer, and the technical difficulties posed by severe weather conditions. Reflecting on his journey from battling skepticism to producing medal winners, Amit feels his mission has culminated in a new era for Indian athletes.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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