India celebrated a remarkable double podium finish at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Thursday, October 22, 2026, as Anjanaben Bumbadiya won gold and compatriot Jayanti Behera secured silver in the women’s 400m T47 event.
Bumbadiya delivered an impressive performance, crossing the finish line in 59.97 seconds. She was the only athlete in the four-runner race to complete the distance in under one minute, securing the gold medal for India.
Behera followed closely behind, finishing in 1 minute and 0.65 seconds to claim silver. Thailand’s Sasirawan Inthachot took the bronze medal with a time of 1 minute and 2.58 seconds.
The result highlighted India’s strength in para-athletics and added another significant achievement to the country’s campaign at the continental competition. Having two Indian athletes finish first and second in the same event made the result particularly memorable for the Indian contingent.
Bumbadiya’s sub-one-minute performance proved decisive in the race, while Behera’s consistent effort ensured that India secured both the gold and silver medals. In a short-distance track event where fractions of a second can determine the final standings, both athletes produced performances strong enough to finish ahead of their competitors.
The women’s 400m T47 category features para-athletes with an impairment affecting one arm. Competitions such as the Asian Para Games provide athletes with a platform to demonstrate their abilities and compete against leading para-sport competitors from across Asia.
The double podium finish is an encouraging moment for Indian para-sports, highlighting the dedication and competitive ability of the country’s athletes. Bumbadiya’s victory and Behera’s silver medal will stand out as key results from India’s athletics campaign in Nagoya.
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