In Pics: Tokyo bids colourful farewell to historic and fantastic Paralympics

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi penned a special note for the Indian contingent at the stereotype-defying Tokyo Paralympic Games 2020 after the spectacular event came to an end with India winning historic 19 medals, including five gold, eight silver, six bronze.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is India's best-ever Paralympics medal haul. With five medals, the shooting contingent emerged as the biggest contributor, followed by high jump and badminton with four each.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Taking to his official Twitter handle, PM Modi wrote, "In the history of Indian sports, the Tokyo #Paralympics will always have a special place. The games will remain etched in the memory of every Indian and will motivate generations of athletes to pursue sports. Every member of our contingent is a champion and source of inspiration."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Like I had said earlier, the people of Japan, particularly Tokyo and the Japanese Government, must be lauded for their exceptional hospitality, eye for detail and spreading the much needed message of resilience and togetherness through these Olympics.</p>
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<p>"The historic number of medals India won has filled our hearts with joy. I would like to appreciate the coaches, support staff and families of our athletes for their constant support to the players. We hope to build on our successes to ensure greater participation in sports," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi further wrote, "Like I had said earlier, the people of Japan, particularly Tokyo and the Japanese Government, must be lauded for their exceptional hospitality, eye for detail and spreading the much needed message of resilience and togetherness through these Olympics."</p>

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<p>The medal winners and participants were an inspiration but there were some historic firsts. For example, Bhavina Patel became the first Indian table tennis player to win a Paralympic medal, Harvinder Singh's medal in archery was also exemplary, shooter Avani Lekhara stood out as she became the first Indian woman to win a Paralympic gold medal.&nbsp;</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi penned a special note for the Indian contingent at the stereotype-defying Tokyo Paralympic Games 2020 after the spectacular event came to an end with India winning historic 19 medals, including five gold, eight silver, six bronze.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi penned a special note for the Indian contingent at the stereotype-defying Tokyo Paralympic Games 2020 after the spectacular event came to an end with India winning historic 19 medals, including five gold, eight silver, six bronze. This is India's best-ever Paralympics medal haul. With five medals, the shooting contingent emerged as the biggest contributor, followed by high jump and badminton with four each. Taking to his official Twitter handle, PM Modi wrote, "In the history of Indian sports, the Tokyo #Paralympics will always have a special place. The games will remain etched in the memory of every Indian and will motivate generations of athletes to pursue sports. Every member of our contingent is a champion and source of inspiration." ALSO READ | From Mirabai Chanu to Avani Lekhara: 5 women Olympians who have made a lasting impact with glittering performances Like I had said earlier, the people of Japan, particularly Tokyo and the Japanese Government, must be lauded for their exceptional hospitality, eye for detail and spreading the much needed message of resilience and togetherness through these Olympics. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 5, 2021 × "The historic number of medals India won has filled our hearts with joy. I would like to appreciate the coaches, support staff and families of our athletes for their constant support to the players. We hope to build on our successes to ensure greater participation in sports," he added. PM Modi further wrote, "Like I had said earlier, the people of Japan, particularly Tokyo and the Japanese Government, must be lauded for their exceptional hospitality, eye for detail and spreading the much needed message of resilience and togetherness through these Olympics." ALSO READ | From Neeraj Chopra to Krishna Nagar: Olympic and Paralympic 'gold diggers' make India happy 🇮🇳 at Tokyo #Paralympics ✅ Highest Haul of 1️⃣9️⃣🏅 ✅ Ranked 2️⃣4️⃣th Highest overall ranking ✅ 1️⃣ New 🌏 Record Set & 1️⃣ equalled ✅ 2️⃣ New Paralympics Records Set ✅ 2️⃣ New Asian Records Set ✅ 1st ever 2️⃣🥇in Shooting ✅ 1st ever🥈in Table Tennis ✅ 1st ever🥉in Archery 1/3 pic.twitter.com/fhQT3zCT7U — SAI Media (@Media_SAI) September 5, 2021 × The medal winners and participants were an inspiration but there were some historic firsts. For example, Bhavina Patel became the first Indian table tennis player to win a Paralympic medal, Harvinder Singh's medal in archery was also exemplary, shooter Avani Lekhara stood out as she became the first Indian woman to win a Paralympic gold medal.

'Every member is a champion and source of inspiration': PM Modi hails Indian contingent at Tokyo Paralympics

<p>Fireworks illuminated the sky during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games at the Olympic Stadium as the Games were declared closed on Sunday (September 5) by IPC chief Andrew Parsons.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tokyo Paralympics emerged as a Games of hope,&nbsp;courage and inspiration. The IPC chief said the pandemic-delayed Games had "not just been historic, they have been fantastic".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I don't want to do this, but the time has come for me to declare the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games closed," he said.</p>

<p>"During our carnival of sport, we have celebrated difference, exhibited the best of humanity, and shown unity in diversity. Our journey cannot end here."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">What a beautiful sight, we will miss this flame.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tokyo2020?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tokyo2020</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Paralympics?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Paralympics</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ClosingCeremony?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ClosingCeremony</a> <a href="https://t.co/aukPx7hvTa">pic.twitter.com/aukPx7hvTa</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">What a colourful farewell<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tokyo2020?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tokyo2020</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Paralympics?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Paralympics</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ClosingCeremony?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ClosingCeremony</a> <a href="https://t.co/A7IivvlUvy">pic.twitter.com/A7IivvlUvy</a></p>
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<p>The 13-day long event ended with a colourful event filled with harmonious music and stunning dance performances.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The unprecedented Paralympic Games was postponed for a year due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and no fans were allowed during the events. However, a few thousand school children were allowed into some Paralympic venues, following&nbsp;necessary measures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There were many times when we thought these games could not happen," Parsons said. "There were many sleepless nights."</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/from-neeraj-chopra-to-krishna-nagar-olympic-and-paralympic-gold-diggers-make-india-happy-410895">From Neeraj Chopra to Krishna Nagar: Olympic and Paralympic 'gold diggers' made India happy</a></strong></p>

<p>The closing ceremony was entitled "Harmonious Cacophony" and involved both able-bodied actors and others with disabilities. The theme was described by organisers as a "world inspired by the Paralympics, one where differences shine."</p>

<p>If we look at the medal tally, China finished on top of the medal table with 207, including 96 golds, followed by Britain, the United States and the Russian team.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Tokyo Paralympics were held August 24 to September 5. The next edition of the Summer Olympics and Paralympics is scheduled for 2024 in Paris.</p>


Fireworks illuminated the sky during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games at the Olympic Stadium as the Games were declared closed on Sunday (September 5) by IPC chief Andrew Parsons.

Fireworks illuminated the sky during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games at the Olympic Stadium as the Games were declared closed on Sunday (September 5) by IPC chief Andrew Parsons. Tokyo Paralympics emerged as a Games of hope, courage and inspiration. The IPC chief said the pandemic-delayed Games had "not just been historic, they have been fantastic". "I don't want to do this, but the time has come for me to declare the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games closed," he said. "During our carnival of sport, we have celebrated difference, exhibited the best of humanity, and shown unity in diversity. Our journey cannot end here." ALSO READ | From Mirabai Chanu to Avani Lekhara: 5 women Olympians who have made a lasting impact with glittering performances What a beautiful sight, we will miss this flame.#Tokyo2020 #Paralympics #ClosingCeremony pic.twitter.com/aukPx7hvTa — Paralympic Games (@Paralympics) September 5, 2021 × What a colourful farewell#Tokyo2020 #Paralympics #ClosingCeremony pic.twitter.com/A7IivvlUvy — Paralympic Games (@Paralympics) September 5, 2021 × The 13-day long event ended with a colourful event filled with harmonious music and stunning dance performances. The unprecedented Paralympic Games was postponed for a year due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and no fans were allowed during the events. However, a few thousand school children were allowed into some Paralympic venues, following necessary measures. "There were many times when we thought these games could not happen," Parsons said. "There were many sleepless nights." ALSO READ | From Neeraj Chopra to Krishna Nagar: Olympic and Paralympic 'gold diggers' made India happy The closing ceremony was entitled "Harmonious Cacophony" and involved both able-bodied actors and others with disabilities. The theme was described by organisers as a "world inspired by the Paralympics, one where differences shine." If we look at the medal tally, China finished on top of the medal table with 207, including 96 golds, followed by Britain, the United States and the Russian team. The Tokyo Paralympics were held August 24 to September 5. The next edition of the Summer Olympics and Paralympics is scheduled for 2024 in Paris.

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In Pics: Tokyo bids colourful farewell to historic and fantastic Paralympics

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