Dharambir and Preeti Pal Lead India at World Para Athletics

New Delhi, Aug 27 (PTI) – Dharambir and Preeti Pal have been appointed as the flag bearers for India at the upcoming World Para Athletics Championships. In a significant event held today, the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) revealed the official team jersey with just 30 days remaining until the championship begins.

The prestigious competition, set to take place in New Delhi from September 27 to October 5, will showcase a 73-member Indian contingent competing on their home turf.

Dharambir, who secured a gold medal in the men's club throw F51 category at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, alongside Preeti Pal, who earned two bronze medals, will lead the Indian contingent at the opening ceremony.

"Carrying the Indian flag at this championship is a tremendous honour," Dharambir stated. After the experience in Paris, I am more motivated than ever to give my best and make the entire nation proud. This new jersey will be a symbol of our unity and fighting spirit," he added.

Preeti shared her excitement, saying, "Winning medals at the Paralympics showed me the power of perseverance and belief." Wearing the team India jersey is a proud moment, and I am excited to compete on home ground and inspire the next generation of para-athletes across the country," she said.

The jersey launch event featured the presence of tournament brand ambassador and actress Kangana Ranaut, PCI president Devendra Jhajharia, Paul Fitzgerald, head of World Para Athletics, along with prominent para-athletes such as Simran, Rinku, Devender Kumar, Amisha Rawat, Shreyansh Trivedi, Varun Singh Bhati, and Pranav Soorma.

PCI President Devendra Jhajharia commented, "Today's jersey launch and the announcement of our strong Team India contingent is more than just unveiling a uniform; it is a celebration of courage, determination, and the spirit of our para-athletes." Each athlete represents India's resilience and pride, and we are confident that this team will deliver outstanding performances at the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi."

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