Gurugram, Mar 31, 2025: Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), under its corporate initiative ‘Samarth by Hyundai’, celebrated the outstanding performance of Indian para-athletes at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025. Competing against the best athletes from across the globe, the Indian contingent showcased exceptional talent and determination, and won a total of 134 medals, including 45 gold, 40 silver, and 49 bronze. Out of the 134 medals, 11 medals (2 Gold, 2 Silver and 7 Bronze) were won by athletes supported by Samarth Para Sports Programme by Hyundai Motor India Foundation & GoSports Foundation.
The highlight of the tournament was the remarkable performance of Abhishek Jadhav, part of Samarth Para Athlete Programme, who set a new Asian record in the Men’s 400m T35 category, clocking an impressive 1:04 minutes. His extraordinary feat stands as a testament to the resilience and potential of Indian para-athletes on the world stage.
Commenting on this achievement, Unsoo Kim, Managing Director, Hyundai Motor India Limited, said, “We are incredibly proud of our para-athletes who have made the nation proud with their stellar performances at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025. Through ‘Samarth by Hyundai,’ we remain committed to supporting and empowering para-sports in India, ensuring that our athletes receive the right resources to excel on the global stage. This achievement is a moment of immense pride, and we congratulate each athlete for their dedication and hard work.”
‘Samarth Para-Sports Programme’ under ‘Samarth by Hyundai Initiative’ along with GoSports Foundation offers a transformative platform for aspiring para-athletes, empowering them on their journey towards sporting excellence and overall development. This initiative not only nurtures talent but also aims to enhance India's stature on the global stage, creating opportunities and inspiring future generations to pursue excellence at the highest level. The programme is designed to offer structured support to para-athletes, including financial aid, expert sports science guidance, access to assistive devices, soft skill development assistance and mentorship from renowned coaches and experts to the selected 20 para-athletes.
List of athletes supported by Samarth Para Sports Programme who won medals at World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025:
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S .No.
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Athlete
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Sports
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Classification
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Medals
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1
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Sakshi Kasana
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Women Discus Throw | Shot put
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F55
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Gold | Gold
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2
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Abhishek Jadhav
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Men's 100 M | 400 M | 200 M
|
T35
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Silver | Silver | Bronze
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3
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Bhavik Bharwad
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Men's 100 M | 400 M
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T46/47
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Bronze | Bronze
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4
|
Haney
|
Men's Discus Throw
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F37
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Bronze
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5
|
Dipesh Kumar
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Men's Javelin
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F55
|
Bronze
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6
|
Banti
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Men's High Jump
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T44/47
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Bronze
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7
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Balaji Rajendra
|
Men's Shot Put
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F11
|
Bronze
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