Jaipur: Social worker Nirmala Rawat will lead an Indian delegation to the Second Asian Paralympic Throwball Championships, scheduled to take place in Malaysia from June 1 to 5, 2026. The event will see approximately 400 athletes from various countries competing.
Event Details
This international competition is a significant initiative to provide a global platform for athletes with disabilities. The championship will feature both men's and women's teams, generating excitement among athletes and sports enthusiasts alike.
Indian Delegation
Nirmala Rawat, who serves as the World President of these games, is acting as the special organizer of the Indian contingent. She will be accompanied by her husband and social activist Laxman Rawat, along with Om Prakash Sharma (Chairman of Shekhawati Ayurveda Medical College, Pilani), Professor Pradeep Kumar Prajapati (Director of the All India Institute of Ayurveda), Professor Dr. Seema Sharma, Dr. Mamta Prajapati, Advocate Lalit Sharma, and social activist Mahesh Sharma. Federation Chairman Sir Vesena of Cambodia and Albert Premkumar of Coimbatore, India, will also participate.
Advocate Lalit Sharma, Public Relations Officer of the Olympic Games Throwball Federation, confirmed that around 400 athletes from multiple countries will compete in the championships.
Opportunity for Athletes with Disabilities
This event presents a great opportunity for athletes with disabilities to showcase their talent. Social activist Nirmala Rawat has long been active in sports and social sectors, continuously inspiring youth and disabled athletes to take up sports. She believes that sports are not just about competition but also a medium for building self-confidence, discipline, and respect.
Rawat stated that India's athletes with disabilities are bringing glory to the country internationally, and it is crucial for them to receive proper platforms and encouragement. She expressed that this competition will provide athletes with new recognition and better opportunities.
Sports circles and social organizations have praised Nirmala Rawat's initiative, calling it an inspiration for Indian athletes with disabilities.
