The Paris 2024 Paralympics, starting August 28, will feature 549 events across 22 sports, showcasing global talent and inclusion, here are some things to know.
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The Paris 2024 Paralympics are set to begin with the opening ceremony on August 28, 2024, starting at 11:30 PM IST.
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Representing India with pride, javelin thrower Sumit Antil and shot putter Bhagyashri Jadhav will be the flag bearers.
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The Paris Paralympics will feature 549 events across 22 sports, with three new disciplines.
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Athletes at the Paralympics, including those from India, are classified into various 'sport classes' based on the extent of their physical specialities.
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The 2024 Paralympics will see representation from 167 nations, along with Neutral Paralympic athletes from Russia and Belarus.
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India is set to make history by sending its largest-ever contingent to the Paralympics, with 84 para-athletes representing the nation.
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Indian athletes will compete in the three new disciplines added to the Paralympic program para-cycling, para-rowing, and blind judo.