Paralympic medallists, including shuttler Suhas Yathiraj, feel the Tokyo Games was a watershed moment for parasports in India as the country’s splendid show in the Japanese capital has encouraged people to make a career in sports, which is evident from the increased participation in national tournaments.
The Indian contingent scripted history at the Tokyo Paralympics by winning 19 medals, including five gold, which helped it sign off 24th in the overall tally — the highest ever.
