Parul Singh, head of the Delhi Paralympic Committee, is honoured at the Sahyadri Ratna Awards for her contribution to para sports and inclusion
New Delhi: Parul Singh, president of the Delhi Paralympic Committee, has been honoured with the Khel Ratna Award for her contribution to para sports and her efforts to support athletes with disabilities. The recognition acknowledges work aimed at expanding sporting opportunities and encouraging greater participation in the Paralympic ecosystem.
The award was presented at Maharashtra Sadan in New Delhi during the Marathi Melava and Sahyadri Ratna Awards ceremony. The programme coincided with the seventh anniversary of the Dainik Rashtra Sahyadri Media Group and brought together dignitaries and people associated with sports and inclusion.
Political Leaders Join the Celebration
The ceremony saw the presence of several public representatives, including Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State for AYUSH and Health and Family Welfare, and Ramdas Athawale, Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment.
Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil also attended the event. Former BJP National Vice-President Shyam Jaju and Neela Vikhe Patil, a Member of Parliament representing Stockholm City constituency in Sweden, were among the other attendees.
Focus on Training and Sporting Opportunities
Singh’s work as head of the Delhi Paralympic Committee centres on supporting athletes with disabilities and creating opportunities for them to demonstrate their sporting abilities.
Access to professional training, suitable infrastructure and regular competitions remains important for athletes who want to improve their performance. Initiatives that address these needs can help strengthen participation and support the development of para sports.
Award Highlights the Value of Sports Inclusion
Recognition for individuals working in para sports can draw attention to the importance of accessible sporting facilities and equal opportunities. Participation in sports can also help athletes build confidence, develop independence and engage more actively with their communities.
The award ceremony celebrated contributions to sporting achievement and inclusion. Singh’s honour highlighted the work of those seeking to make sports more accessible to people with disabilities and strengthen the para sports ecosystem in India.
