The Paris Paralympics begins on a great note with a magnificent opening ceremony, keeping the city buzzing after the successful Olympics. From August 28 to September 8, the Paris 2024 Paralympics Games spans 12 exciting days, featuring 4,400 of the world’s top Paralympic athletes. This marks the 17th edition of the Summer Paralympics, held in Paris, France.
Sports18 and Jio Cinema telecasts Paris 2024 Paralympics Games (WION)
Paralympic Athletes Take Center Stage in Iconic Venues
A fresh wave of Paralympians joins experienced athletes, competing in many of the same iconic venues that hosted the Olympic events. Out of the 35 Olympic sites, 18 will be repurposed for the Paralympics, including the Grand Palais, which was highly praised for its fencing and taekwondo events under its stunning roof.
The stunning stage of Paris 2024 Paralympics Games (Paralympic.org)
La Defense Arena returns as the venue for 141 gold-medal events in para-swimming, while the Stade de France will once again host track and field competitions. The Games will begin with an opening ceremony at Place de la Concorde, the heart of Paris, where skateboarding and other urban sports were featured during the Olympics.
Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Details
- Game: Paralympic Games
- Season: XVII edition
- Place: Paris, France
- Dates: 28 August to 8 September 2024
- Committees: 185 National Paralympic Committees
- Total Sports: 22
- No of days of completion: 11
- Competition venues: 18
- Events: 549
- Total Athletes: 4,400
- Spectators: Approximately +3 million
India Fields Largest-Ever Paralympic Contingent for Paris 2024
India is sending its biggest-ever team of 84 athletes to the 2024 Paralympic Games, aiming to build on the momentum from their record-breaking performance at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics. The contingent includes 32 women, competing across 12 sports, with para-cycling, para-rowing, and blind judo making their debut. To surpass their previous tally of 19 medals, including five golds, the Indian team is determined to make a significant impact on the global stage once again. Tokyo Paralympics gold medallist Sumit Antil and Asian Para Games silver medallist Bhagyashri Jadhav are India’s Flag Bearers at the Paralympics Opening Ceremony. Proud of them and their achievements!
Paris 2024 Paralympics GamesZee News – India.Com)
Full Schedule of Paralympic Games
| Event | Date |
| Opening Ceremony | August 28 |
| Blind Football | September 1-7 |
| Boccia | August 29 – September 5 |
| Goalball | August 29 – September 5 |
| Para Archery | August 29 – September 5 |
| Para Athletics | August 30 – September 8 |
| Para Badminton | August 29 – September 2 |
| Para Canoe | September 6-8 |
| Para Cycling Road | September 4-7 |
| Para Cycling Track | August 29 – September 1 |
| Para Equestrian | September 2-7 |
| Para Judo | September 5-7 |
| Para Powerlifting | September 4-8 |
| Para Rowing | August 30 – September 1 |
| Para Swimming | August 29 – September 7 |
| Para Table Tennis | August 29 – September 7 |
| Para Taekwondo | August 29-31 |
| Para Triathlon | September 1-2 |
| Shooting Para Sport | August 30 – September 5 |
| Sitting Volleyball | August 29 – September 7 |
| Wheelchair Basketball | August 29 – September 8 |
| Wheelchair Fencing | September 3-7 |
| Wheelchair Rugby | August 29 – September 2 |
| Wheelchair Tennis | August 30 – September 7 |
| Closing Ceremony | September 8 |
Paralympic Games: Celebrating Sport and Inclusion on a Global Stage
The Paralympic Games have grown into one of the world’s largest sporting events, drawing more public interest with each edition. Beyond sports, this Games shine a spotlight on disability, inspire countless individuals, drives social change, and promotes inclusive opportunities in both professional and athletic spheres. The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games promise to take all of France on a journey like never before.
Paralympic Athletes participating in Paris 2024 Games (YouTube)
When and Where to Watch
The Paris Paralympics is broadcast live on Sports18 in India, with live streaming available on Jio Cinema from August 28 to September 8, 2024.
Don’t miss the chance to witness world-class athletes in action. Tune in to support the Paralympians as they showcase their incredible skills and determination.
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