Deepthi Jeevanji
Sept. 8, 2024, 11:12 a.m.
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Deepthi Jeevanji Returns to Delhi After Historic Bronze Medal Win at Paris Paralympics

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Deepthi Jeevanji, the Indian para-athlete who captured national attention with her bronze medal performance at the Paris Paralympics, has returned to New Delhi. The 21-year-old, who made her debut at the Games, landed at Indira Gandhi International Airport to a rousing welcome from fans and well-wishers. Deepthi’s impressive third-place finish in the women’s 400m T20 final has solidified her position as one of India’s rising stars in athletics.

A Thrilling 400m T20 Final

Deepthi’s bronze medal came after a fiercely competitive 400m T20 final. She clocked 55.82 seconds, placing just behind Ukraine's Yuliia Shuliar and Turkey's Aysel Onder, who won gold and silver with timings of 55.16 seconds and 55.23 seconds, respectively. Deepthi’s performance was a testament to her speed and determination as she raced neck and neck with the world’s best para-athletes. Despite falling short of the top two spots, her efforts earned her a well-deserved place on the podium.

Her Journey to the Finals: A Story of Grit and Talent

Deepthi’s road to the final was marked by an outstanding performance in the qualification round, where she secured the fastest time in her heat, clocking 55.45 seconds. Her consistency and speed made her one of the top contenders for the final, where she competed against formidable athletes like Ukraine’s Yuliia Shuliar, who clocked her season-best timing of 56.49 seconds in the heats.

A Record-Breaking Paralympics for India

Deepthi’s victory is part of a broader wave of success for the Indian contingent at the Paris Paralympics. This year’s Games have been exceptional for India, with several athletes reaching the podium across multiple disciplines. Para-athletes Dharambir and Pranav Soorma set the tone with a gold-silver finish in the men’s club throw F51 final, and Ajeet Singh and Sundar Singh Gurjar added to the medal haul in the men’s javelin throw F46 event, winning silver and bronze.

The Indian team also celebrated para-archer Harvinder Singh’s historic gold in para archery, the first-ever for India in the sport. Other standout performances include Avani Lekhra’s gold in the women’s 10m air rifle final, Nitesh Kumar’s win in para-badminton, and Sumit Antil’s record-breaking throw of 70.59m in the javelin throw F64 final.

Deepthi Jeevanji: A New Star for Indian Para-Athletics

Deepthi’s remarkable achievement has earned her a place among India’s most promising para-athletes. Her bronze medal win adds to India’s growing reputation in the global para-sports arena, and her performance at the Paris Paralympics marks the beginning of what promises to be an illustrious career in athletics.

As she returns home to a hero’s welcome, Deepthi Jeevanji’s story is a testament to the spirit of perseverance and dedication that defines Indian para-athletes. Her success at the Paralympics is not just a personal triumph, but a symbol of hope and inspiration for aspiring athletes across the nation.



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