Deepthi Jeevanji Wins Gold, Sets New Record at Asian Para Games

Indian athletes are delivering impressive performances at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. On the second day of competition, Telangana’s star para-athlete Deepthi Jeevanji won gold in the women’s 400m T20 event, clocking 56.36 seconds to set a new Games record. Japan’s Niina Kanno finished second in 58.92 seconds, while Akane Kato claimed bronze. Deepthi, who won bronze at the 2024 Paris Paralympics, also secured gold and set a world record at the 2024 World Para Athletics Championships. She had previously won gold at the 2023 Asian Para Games, further strengthening her reputation in the event.

Deepthi hails from Kalleda village in Warangal district, Telangana, and began her athletic journey at a young age under coach N. Ramesh. Meanwhile, Indian para table tennis player Bhavina Patel won bronze in the women’s singles Class 4-5 event. Although she lost her semifinal against China’s Zhang Bian by 7-11, 5-11, 7-11, she secured a place on the podium. Bhavina previously won silver at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics and has continued to make her mark in international competitions. Deepthi’s gold and Bhavina’s bronze added to India’s medal tally at the ongoing Games.