Karauli : Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma congratulated Sundar Gurjar for winning bronze medal in Paris Paralympics. He wrote on social media ‘X’, “Sundar Gurjar, a talented athlete from Karauli district of Rajasthan, has not only brought pride to the country but also to the entire Rajasthan by winning bronze medal in the F46 category of javelin throw competition in Paris Paralympics, for which many congratulations and best wishes to you. This historic achievement is the result of your tireless hard work and extraordinary sports skills. This victory is an inspiration for countless players of the state and the country. Bharat Mata ki Jai.”
Sundar Gurjar lost his left hand in an accident
Sundar Singh Gurjar is a resident of Karauli district of Rajasthan. He lost his left hand in an accident, after which he thought of committing suicide. Then he got a new purpose in life from para sports. Sundar also holds the world record of throwing javelin at 68.60 meters. Sundar has won gold in the Asian Para Games. He won the bronze medal in Tokyo 2020 with an effort of 64.01 meters.
Sundar Gurjar won the bronze medal with a throw of 64.96
Uttar Pradesh’s para athlete Ajeet Singh won the silver medal in the men’s javelin throw F-46 category event at the Paralympics. Ajeet Singh threw a personal best of 65.62 meters in the javelin throw F46 final. In the same event, Sundar Gurjar won the bronze medal with a throw of 64.96 meters. Sundar Singh Gurjar was in second place after a throw of 64.96 meters. Ajeet Singh made a comeback and pushed him to third place.
