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:
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Gold in Women’s Doubles (SL3–SU5)
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Silver in Women’s Singles (SU5)
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Bronze in Mixed Doubles
Dual Bronze for Kanak Singh
Kanak Singh added to India’s tally with two bronze medals:
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Women’s Singles (SL4)
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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.
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