Paris Paralympics: Kapil Parmar bagged India’s first-ever Paralympic medal in judo, winning a bronze in the men’s 60kg (J1) after convincingly defeating Brazil’s Elielton de Oliveira in the play-off in Paris on Thursday.
President Droupadi Murmu congratulated Kapil Parmar over his historic medal. In a social media post, President Murmu said Kapil has overcome many obstacles and has created history by becoming the first Indian to win a medal in the judo event at the Paralympics.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar also congratulated the bronze medalist. In a social media post, Mr. Dhankhar said this accolade is a result of Kapil’s sincere efforts coupled with dedication and skills. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also congratulated Kapil Parmar.
In a social media post, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi said it was a very memorable sporting performance and a special medal. “A very memorable sporting performance and a special medal! Congratulations to Kapil Parmar, as he becomes the first-ever Indian to win a medal in Judo at the Paralympics. Congrats to him for winning a Bronze in the Men’s 60kg J1 event at the #Paralympics2024! Best wishes for his endeavours ahead”, wrote PM Modi on X.
Parmar hails from a small village named Shivor in Madhya Pradesh. As a child, Parmar had a life-altering accident when he was playing in the fields of his village and accidentally touched a water pump, resulting in a severe electric shock.
He was found unconscious by a villager and taken to the hospital, where he remained in coma for six months. He is the youngest of four brothers and a sister. His middle brother, who is also into judo, often trains with him. Parmar’s father works as a taxi driver, while his sister runs a primary school.
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