Kapil Parmar, who had previously won a silver medal in the same category at the 2022 Asian Games, faced challenges during his matches, receiving yellow cards for rule violations. Despite this, his outstanding performance led to India’s breakthrough in Judo at the prestigious event.

In the overall medal tally, India has collected a total of 25 medals at the Paris Paralympics, including 5 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze medals, placing India at the 15th position on the medal table. The dynamic nature of the medal count and fluctuating team standings suggest the potential for further changes in India’s ranking as the competition progresses.

Para Athletics has been a stronghold for India, with the country securing the highest number of medals in this category, totaling 13 medals. Following Para Athletics, Para Badminton, shooting para sports, para archery, and now Para Judo have also contributed to India’s medal haul at the Paralympics.

While India’s performance is commendable, China remains a dominant force at the Paralympics, leading the medal count with 68 gold, 54 silver, and 35 bronze medals. Great Britain and the USA follow closely behind in the rankings, showcasing the competitive spirit and achievements of athletes from around the world.

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