In a remarkable achievement for Odisha, Gadadhar Sahu secured the gold medal in Para Powerlifting at the Khelo India Para Games 2023 in Delhi. Competing in the 58 kg category, Sahu lifted an impressive 140 kg, clinching the top spot. The podium also featured Joby Mathew of Kerala, who secured the silver with a lift of 137 kg, and Gulfam Ahmed of Delhi, winning bronze with a lift of 134 kg. Expressing his gratitude, Gadadhar Sahu credited the government of Odisha for their unwavering support, and he took pride in bringing home a gold medal for the state. This victory marks Odisha’s 10th medal in the ongoing Khelo India Para Games, including six gold medals, one silver medal, and three bronze medals. The Odisha contingent is actively participating in three disciplines – Para Powerlifting, Para Athletics, and Para Badminton.
In a remarkable achievement for Odisha, Gadadhar Sahu secured the gold medal in Para Powerlifting at the Khelo India Para Games 2023 in Delhi. Competing in the 58 kg category, Sahu lifted an impressive 140 kg, clinching the top spot. The podium also featured Joby Mathew of Kerala, who secured the silver with a lift of 137 kg, and Gulfam Ahmed of Delhi, winning bronze with a lift of 134 kg. Expressing his gratitude, Gadadhar Sahu credited the government of Odisha for their unwavering support, and he took pride in bringing home a gold medal for the state. This victory marks Odisha’s 10th medal in the ongoing Khelo India Para Games, including six gold medals, one silver medal, and three bronze medals. The Odisha contingent is actively participating in three disciplines – Para Powerlifting, Para Athletics, and Para Badminton.
