PARA ASIAD HAUL AUGURS WELL FOR PARIS TEST

THERE is arguably no better mirror that reflects the human ability to adapt and move on than para-sports. So when Sheetal Devi, an armless archer, picked up the arrow with her feet, drew the strings and found her mark, the video went viral.

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The 16-year-old at once turned into an image of resilience and hope the spirit that can rekindle life. She was among the 303 Indian para-athletes at the Asian Para Games in Hangzhou who had their own telling tales of rising from the depths of despair. After the high of the Asian Games, where India breached the 100-medal mark, all eyes were on these athletes-191 male and 112 female athletes who competed in 17 disciplines. Like at the Asiad, the Para Games too turned out to be India's best ever. India bagged 111 medals-29 golds, 31 silvers and 51 bronzes and finished fifth behind China, Iran, Japan and South Korea. The icing on th