Khelo India Para Games: Jayanti Behera claims third gold, Odisha’s medal tally soars to nine

Odisha continues its stellar run at the ongoing inaugural edition of the Khelo India Para Games in Delhi as Jayanti Behera bagged her second gold of the competition in the women’s T-47 category 400m.

Suchitra Parida secured a gold medal in women’s javelin throw (F55). Furthermore, Deep Ranjan Bisoyee opened Odisha’s tally in para badminton with a bronze medal in men’s singles (SL4) and Arjun Bhatra won bronze in men’s 400m (T12) as well. 

Odisha’s current medal tally is nine medals with Jayanti leading the way with three gold medals. Other impressive performances from Odisha include para-athlete Pankaj Bhue who secured a gold medal in men’s 100m (T13) and silver in men’s long jump (T13) as well. 

Odisha are competing in para athletics, para powerlifting and para badminton. 

Speaking on the day’s triumph, Jayanti Behera said, “I’m grateful for my third gold at the Khelo India Para Games. This victory is a result of hard work, and I thank the government for their support. This is not just my win but a win for Odisha.”