Key Points

Nita Ambani has warmly congratulated India's para-athletes for their incredible performance at the World Para Athletics Championships. The team made history by securing 22 total medals, which is India's best-ever showing at this prestigious event. This remarkable achievement included six gold medals and surpassed their previous performance from last year. The championships saw intense competition with 35 world records broken, showcasing the growing strength of para sports in India.

Key Points: Nita Ambani Applauds India Para-Athletes Historic World Championships

  • India achieved its highest-ever medal tally with 22 medals at the championships
  • The country secured six gold medals matching its joint-best performance record
  • Three silver medals were won on Sunday by Simran Sharma, Preethi Pal and Navdeep
  • The 2025 performance surpassed India's 17-medal campaign from Kobe 2024
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Nita Ambani applauds India's para-athletes historic performance at World Para Athletics Championships 2025

Nita Ambani congratulates Indian para-athletes for record 22 medals at World Para Athletics Championships 2025, including 6 gold medals in historic home performance.

"Their courage and perseverance remind us that the greatest victories are those of the human spirit of inclusion, resilience, and excellence - Nita Ambani"

Mumbai, October 6

Reliance Foundation Founder and Chairperson Nita Ambani has congratulated India's para-athletes for their remarkable performance at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025, where the country secured its highest-ever medal tally in the competition.

India finished 10th in the championships, claiming six gold, nine silver, and seven bronze medals, bringing their total medal count to 22. This marks India's best-ever performance at the World Championships. On Sunday, India earned three silver medals: Simran Sharma in the women's 100m T12, Preethi Pal in the women's 100m T35, and Navdeep in the men's Javelin Throw T41.

"Congratulations to all our para athletes for their outstanding performance at the World Para Athletics Championships! With 6 gold, 9 silver, and 7 bronze medals, India achieved its best-ever medal tally of 22, a testament to our growing strength in para sport. Our six golds also mark a joint-best record, reflecting continued excellence. Hosting this historic event for the first time and watching our champions shine on home soil fills us with immense pride. Their courage and perseverance remind us that the greatest victories are those of the human spirit of inclusion, resilience, and excellence," Nita Ambani said in a statement.

India's performance in 2025 surpassed their showing in the 2024 campaign in Kobe, Japan, where they won 17 medals, including six gold, five silver, and six bronze.

The 12th edition of the World Para Athletics Championships saw participation from 2,000 athletes from 104 nations, competing in 186 events.

India's 73-member contingent consisted of 54 men and 19 women. As many as 35 world records and 104 championship records were created during the nine days of intense competition on the newly laid Mondo track in the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

Thirty-five world records are equal to those of Paris 2023, and 14 more than last year's event in Kobe, Japan. As many as 44 nations won at least one gold medal, and as many as 63 countries went home with at least one medal for their efforts.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Heartwarming to see Nita Ambani supporting our para-athletes. The Reliance Foundation has been doing great work in sports development. From 17 medals last year to 22 this year - that's some amazing progress! Hope this momentum continues for Paris Paralympics.
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the recognition from prominent figures, I wish our media gave para-sports the same coverage as cricket. These athletes deserve equal attention and sponsorship opportunities. Great performance though! 10th position among 104 countries is no small feat.
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Meera T
Hosting the championships in India and performing so well - double achievement! The Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium witnessed history. Our para-athletes are breaking barriers and setting new standards. Jai Hind! 🙏
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Sarah B
As someone who follows international para-sports, India's growth has been remarkable. From being a minor participant to finishing 10th globally shows the systematic development happening. The 35 world records created during the event speaks volumes about the competition quality.
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Vikram M
Six gold medals! That's what matters most. Our athletes are not just participating but winning at the highest level. The government and corporate sponsors should ensure these champions get proper financial support and recognition. They've earned it!
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