Swati and Kanak Singh from Dr. Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University, Lucknow, have brought international glory to India by winning multiple medals at the Uganda Para-Badminton International Tournament 2025. The event took place in Kampala, Uganda, from July 1 to 6, and featured para-badminton athletes from over 50 countries.

Medal Haul for Swati

Swati secured:

• Gold in Women’s Doubles (SL3–SU5)

• Silver in Women’s Singles (SU5)

• Bronze in Mixed Doubles

Dual Bronze for Kanak Singh

Kanak Singh added to India’s tally with two bronze medals:

• Women’s Singles (SL4)

• Women’s Doubles

Coach Irshad Ahmed credited the players’ success to their dedication and self-belief. “With hard work and the right mindset, no challenge is impossible”, he was quoted as saying.