Odisha's Para-Athletes Shine Bright on Day 1 of National Championship

Impressive Start for Odisha at the National Para Athletics Championship

Bhubaneswar: On the inaugural day of the 24th National Para Athletics Championship 2026, athletes from Odisha made a remarkable impression by winning 2 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze medals.

The event kicked off with vibrant energy at Kalinga Stadium, attracting elite para-athletes from all over the nation and showcasing thrilling performances across various disciplines.

Jayanti Behera led the charge for the host state, securing a gold medal in the Women’s 100m T47 event with a remarkable time of 13.17 seconds, demonstrating her exceptional speed and determination.

In the Women’s 100m T12 category, Janaki Oram also shone brightly, clinching gold with a time of 13.81 seconds, which was one of the standout moments of the day.

Ranjit Chanda contributed to the medal haul by winning a bronze in the Men’s Javelin Throw F46 event, achieving a throw of 55.55 meters, while Satyanarayan Jena also performed admirably with a distance of 51.49 meters, placing him among the top competitors.

Kamalakanta Nayak added another bronze to the tally in the Men’s 100m T53 event, finishing with a commendable time of 20.81 seconds.

Further enhancing Odisha’s performance, Kabita Prabahue secured a silver medal in the Women’s 100m T13 event, clocking in at 16.05 seconds.

The strong performance by Odisha’s athletes reflects their dedication, rigorous training, and competitive spirit, setting an optimistic tone for the upcoming days of the championship.