Record Medal Haul By Odisha’s Para Athletes In An International Meet

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s para athletes returned home after an outstanding performance in the 5th Indian Open Para Athletics International Championship in Bengaluru.

In a first, 4 Odisha para athletes, who were part of the Indian team, bagged a total of 8 medals in an international meet, according to Paralympic Odisha. The medal haul included 5 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze.

For the first time in the history of Odisha para athletics, 4 athletes have participated in any international competition, and won a total of 8 medals for the country which includes 5 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze. You all have made India and Odisha proud.
Congratulations!! pic.twitter.com/dpKUChHBMK

— Paralympic Odisha (@paralympic_od) May 8, 2023

Three of the 5 gold medals were earned by Jayanti Behera, who finished first in 100m, 200m and 40mm races.

Swarup Nandan Behera, OSD, Department of Sports & Youth Affairs, received the athletes at Biju Patnaik International Airport.