Indian contingent gets grand send-off ahead of Paralympics Games

India’s Paralympic contingent, consisting of 84 athletes across 12 sports, was formally sent off for the Paris Paralympic Games, scheduled from August 28th to September 8th. The ceremony, organized by the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) and the Sports Authority of India (SAI), celebrated the athletes’ dedication and inspired them to excel. Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya praised their resilience, while PCI President Devendra Jhajharia expressed confidence in their potential. The event also featured the launch of the team’s anthem “Macha Dhoom” and a commemorative book, “Breaking the Barriers”.