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Golden Glory in Dubai: How Abdul Quadir Indori's Double Gold Lifts India

Indian swimmer Abdul Quadir Indori has made the nation proud by winning two gold medals at the Asian Youth Para Games in Dubai. His victories in the 50m Butterfly and 50m Backstroke highlight the dedication of India's young para-athletes. The Games have opened with a large Indian contingent of 122 athletes competing among other top Asian nations. This event solidifies Dubai's growing reputation as a major hub for para sports in the region.

Key Points: Abdul Quadir Indori Wins Two Gold Medals at Asian Youth Para Games

  • Abdul Quadir Indori triumphed in the 50m Butterfly and 50m Backstroke events in Dubai
  • India has sent a contingent of 122 athletes, among the largest at the Games
  • Defending champions Iran lead with the biggest delegation of 195 participants
  • The event showcases top talent like Iran's Zahra Rahimi and Taipei's Chen Po-Yen
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India's Abdul Quadir Indori wins two gold medals at Asian Youth Para Games in Dubai

Indian swimmer Abdul Quadir Indori clinches double gold in Dubai, as India sends a 122-strong team to the 2025 Asian Youth Para Games.

"Golden glory for India! A remarkable achievement that reflects his dedication, discipline, and the rising strength of India’s young para-athletes. - Paralympic Committee of India"

Dubai, Dec 11

India marked a proud moment at the Asian Youth Para Games 2025 as Abdul Quadir Indori delivered an impressive performance in the swimming events, winning two gold medals in the 50m Butterfly and 50m Backstroke events.

"Golden glory for India! A remarkable achievement that reflects his dedication, discipline, and the rising strength of India’s young para-athletes. Congratulations, Abdul!" Paralympic Committee of India shared on X.

The Opening Ceremony of the Asian Youth Para Games 2025 was also held on Wednesday in Dubai, featuring cultural performances and participation from young para athletes representing various Asian nations countries.

Among the nations, Iran, the table toppers at the last edition in Bahrain 2021 with 51 gold medals, will field the largest delegation with 195 athletes, demonstrating their deep commitment to youth development and Para sport excellence.

Uzbekistan (124), Thailand (122), and India (122) follow, bringing in the second- and third-largest teams to the competitions, the Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) informed in a release on Friday.

The hosts, the UAE, will have 55 athletes demonstrating how Para-sport has developed in the nation and the commitment of organisations such as the Asian Paralympic Committee and Dubai Club for People of Determination to promote inclusion in the region.

Dubai is hosting the Games for the second time since 2017, reaffirming its growing role as a hub for Para sport in Asia. Defending champions Iran, the table-toppers from the previous edition, have arrived with the largest contingent of athletes, totalling 195 participants, and are aiming to retain their titles.

The Games will also feature some of Asia’s top Para athletes, including Para Taekwondoin Zahra Rahimi of Iran, silver medallist in the women’s -52kg at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, and Chen Po-Yen (Chinese Taipei), ITTF World No.1 and Paris 2024 Paralympic Games silver medallist in Class 11.

- IANS

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Aman W
Heartiest congratulations to the champion! 🥇🥇 It's fantastic to see our para-athletes getting the recognition they deserve. Hope this inspires better infrastructure and support for them across the country.
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Rohit P
Amazing news to start the day! While we celebrate Abdul's gold, it's also good to see India sending a large contingent of 122 athletes. Shows we are taking para-sports seriously. More power to all of them!
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Sarah B
This is wonderful. Stories like Abdul's are what true sportsmanship is about. I do wish the article gave a bit more background on his journey and the challenges he overcame. Still, a proud moment for India!
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Vikram M
Bahut badhiya! Gold in both Butterfly and Backstroke is no small feat. Hope his victory gets prime time coverage on our news channels, not just a small scroll at the bottom. These are our real heroes.
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Karthik V
Congratulations champion! 🎉 Makes me happy to see Dubai hosting again and India being a major participant. The focus on youth para games is crucial for building a strong pipeline for the future Paralympics.

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