Day 2 of Paris Paralympics 2024- Avani Lekhara Makes History

India made a significant impact on the second day of the Paris Paralympics 2024, securing four medals and positioning itself among the top 20 nations on the medal table. This remarkable performance has set a positive tone for India's Paralympic campaign, showcasing the country's growing prowess in para-sports. 

Shooting Stars: Lekhara's Historic Gold and More 

The shooting range proved to be a goldmine for India, with three out of four medals coming from this discipline. Avani Lekhara led the charge, clinching gold in the women's 10m air rifle standing SH1 event with a final score of 249.7. This victory etched Lekhara's name in the history books as the first Indian to win back-to-back gold medals in the Paralympics, following her success in Tokyo 2020. 

Adding to the shooting success, Mona Agarwal secured bronze in the same event, marking India's first-ever double podium finish at the Paralympics. The day concluded with Manish Narwal winning silver in the men's 10m air pistol SH1 event, further solidifying India's reputation in Paralympic shooting. 

Breaking New Ground in Athletics 

In a groundbreaking moment for Indian para-athletics, sprinter Preethi clinched bronze in the women's 100m T35 sprint. This achievement is particularly significant as it marks India's first-ever medal in a Paralympic track event. Preethi's success adds a new dimension to India's Paralympic profile, which has traditionally been stronger in field events. 

Looking Ahead: India's Paralympic Journey Continues

As the Paralympics schedule unfolds, India's performance on Day 2 has set high expectations for the remainder of the Games. With strong showings in archery and badminton as well, Team India appears poised for more success in the coming days.The Paralympics 2024 schedule and results so far indicate that India is on track to potentially surpass its record medal haul from Tokyo 2020. As the competition progresses, all eyes will be on the Indian contingent to see if they can maintain this impressive momentum. 

The Haryana Story will continue to bring updates on India's journey at the 2024 Paralympics, highlighting the achievements of these exceptional athletes who are making the nation proud on the global stage.