The Badminton Association of India (BAI) has announced a grand reward of INR 50 lakh to honor the exceptional achievements of India’s para badminton players at the recently concluded Paris Paralympics 2024. The Indian contingent made history by securing five medals – one gold, two silver, and two bronze – their highest tally ever at the Paralympic Games.
Nitesh Kumar, the gold medalist in the men’s singles SL3 category, will receive a purse of INR 15 lakh. Suhas Yathiraj and Thulasimathi Murugesan, who won silver medals in the men’s singles SL4 and women’s singles SU5 categories respectively, will each receive INR 10 lakh. Manisha Ramadass and Nithya Sre Sivan, who clinched bronze medals in the women’s singles SH6 and women’s singles SU5 categories respectively, will receive INR 7.5 lakh each.
BAI Secretary General Sanjay Mishra lauded the historic campaign of India’s para badminton players, stating that the cash rewards are a token of appreciation for their efforts in bringing glory to the country. He emphasized BAI’s commitment to developing and promoting para-badminton across India, with initiatives underway to support these players in achieving even greater success.
Considering the players’ busy tournament schedules, BAI will organize a virtual interaction session to congratulate them and discuss their requirements for continued development. The association is dedicated to providing the necessary resources and support to ensure that India’s para badminton players continue to excel on the world stage.
