DUBAI, Dec 15: As the Dubai 2025-Asian Youth Para Games concluded, Team India clinched 56 medals, including 19 gold, and several nations celebrated historic milestones. Bangladesh and the Maldives won their first-ever medals at the event, with Bangladesh making a remarkable debut by securing three gold medals. The Games concluded on Saturday evening, marking the end of a landmark edition that witnessed the breaking of 25 records, including 9 world records and 16 continental records — a powerful testament to the rising standard of Para sport across Asia.
The UAE delivered an outstanding performance, finishing the Games with 23 medals — 6 gold, 8 silver, and 9 bronze — highlighting their continued growth and commitment to youth Para sport development.
Uzbekistan topped the overall medals table with 197 medals, had 99 gold, followed by strong performances from the Islamic Republic of Iran with 62 gold from their 216 medals, and Japan, with 40 gold, underlining the depth of emerging talent across the continent.
In a momentous achievement, Baby Sahana Ravi secured a gold medal in the Class SF-9 (Under 23) category of Para Table Tennis, defeating the Philippines’ Lhey Marie Manginsay in straight sets.
Her victory not only underscores her personal dedication but also reflects India’s growing prominence in para table tennis on the international stage.Joining the celebration, Vishwa Vijay Tambe added a silver medal to India’s tally in the Class SM-10 category after a hard-fought encounter against Korea DPR’s Kwang Nam
India has fielded a 99-member contingent comprising 61 men and 38 women, competing across eight sports disciplines. (IANS)
