Overview

• India posted its best-ever World Para Athletics result, finishing 10th with 22 medals, including 6 gold, 9 silver and 7 bronze.
• The Sports Ministry awarded more than Rs 1.09 crore in cash incentives, with payouts made under a policy that pays only for the highest medal when athletes win multiple events.
• Sharma did not attend the felicitation after guide Umar Saifi tested positive for Drostanolone and was provisionally suspended, with appeal and B-sample options available.
• Paralympic Committee of India president Devendra Jhajharia noted WPA presented a hosting trophy as IPC and WPA leaders commended India’s facilities and technical delivery.
• Athletes credited the newly laid MONDO track, venue logistics and medical support for aiding performances at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.