Khelo India Para Games 2025 | PM Modi’s Support Drives Para Athlete Empowerment

Khelo India Para Games 2025 Ends on a High: Raksha Khadse Affirms PM Modi’s Commitment to Para Athletes

The Khelo India Para Games 2025 concluded with a powerful message of support and celebration at the Indira Gandhi (IG) Stadium in New Delhi, where the Hon’ble Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse, emphasized the government’s unwavering dedication to India’s para athletes.

As the chief guest at the grand closing ceremony, Smt. Khadse reflected on the energy and determination displayed by the participants, asserting that under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, no stone would be left unturned to support para athletes. Her address marked a firm reassurance that para sports will continue to receive national attention and backing through flagship programs like Khelo India.

With over 1,300 athletes competing across six para disciplines at three major venues in Delhi, the Khelo India Para Games 2025 saw Haryana emerge as the team champions, followed by Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh. The event stood as a testament to inclusivity, performance, and opportunity, fostering a competitive spirit while shining a light on the accessibility movement within Indian sports.

PM Modi Support for Para Sports: A National Mission

Smt. Khadse, speaking at the event, lauded the transformative impact of PM Modi’s support for para sports. “Under the leadership of Hon'ble PM Narendra Modi ji, no stone will be left unturned to support para athletes,” she declared. Her words were met with loud applause, as the sentiment echoed the aspirations of thousands of athletes, coaches, and sports professionals across the nation.

The Minister’s statement not only reiterated the government’s policy focus on inclusive sports but also aligned it with broader social empowerment goals. With India eyeing a stronger performance at global events like the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics, the development and recognition of para athletes through programs like the Khelo India initiative are seen as essential to long-term sporting success.

Women Athletes Shine Bright at Khelo India Para Games 2025

One of the most talked-about achievements at the Games was the outstanding performance of women athletes. Out of the 18 national records set during the competition, a stunning 12 were created by women. Over 400 women participated, signaling a robust upward trend in female participation in para sports. Smt. Khadse acknowledged this milestone, stating, “It only proves that our women have come a long way and they deserve to be supported at all levels.”

The massive presence and success of female para athletes from across India, including the North East states, reinforced the importance of gender parity in sports development. It was also a strong indication that the upcoming Paralympic cycles will see a broader and more diverse Indian representation on the global stage.

Accessibility, Empowerment, and the Launch of New Handbook

In alignment with World Accessibility Day, the closing ceremony also featured the official launch of the Handbook on Accessibility of Sports Facilities. This pivotal document aims to provide guidance on how sports infrastructures across the country can be made more inclusive and user-friendly for athletes with disabilities.

Smt. Khadse was joined by former India cricketer Syed Saba Karim, Smt. Sminu Jindal from Svayam the official accessibility partner and Shri Mayank Srivastava, Deputy Director General of SAI. The presence of key figures underlined the significance of accessibility as a policy priority and a foundation for the continued growth of para sports in India.

North East Athletes Make Their Mark

Another highlight of the Games was the enthusiastic participation of para athletes from North East India. Their presence in significant numbers at the Khelo India Para Games 2025 not only broadened the geographical representation but also reflected the outreach success of Khelo India’s regional inclusion efforts. As India builds a stronger national team, these emerging athletes will be crucial to the country’s performance in international competitions.

From Delhi to Los Angeles: India’s Paralympic Dream

The overarching goal, as reiterated by the Minister, is clear to prepare and propel India’s finest para athletes toward medal-winning performances at the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics. Events like the Khelo India Para Games are proving grounds for talent, discipline, and resilience. The athletes who lit up the arenas in Delhi this past week are now expected to carry that momentum to the global stage.

With PM Modi's support for para sports driving infrastructure, recognition, and resource mobilization, India is on a mission to not just participate but to dominate and inspire through para athletics. The Khelo India Para Games have emerged as the launchpad for that vision.