NEW DELHI: India concluded their Special Olympics World Games in Berlin on a high, achieving a remarkable tally of 202 medals, including an impressive haul of 76 gold medals. The final set of gold medals were secured in athletics.
On the concluding day of the event, Indian athletes showcased their prowess on the track, earning a total of six medals. Among these, Aanchal Goyal emerged victorious in the Level B Female 400m event, while Ravimathi Arumugam claimed the top spot in the Level C Female 400m race.
Saket Kundu, who had previously secured a silver medal in the mini javelin Level B competition, achieved an exceptional feat by also capturing a bronze medal in the Level B 400m race. This dual achievement in track and field events exemplifies Kundu’s remarkable versatility and skill.
India secured 76 gold, 75 silver and 51 bronze medals in the global multi-sport spectacle that celebrates unity, diversity and special skills among people with intellectual disabilities.

Saket Kundu, who had previously secured a silver medal in the mini javelin Level B competition, achieved an exceptional feat by also capturing a bronze medal in the Level B 400m race. This dual achievement in track and field events exemplifies Kundu’s remarkable versatility and skill.
India secured 76 gold, 75 silver and 51 bronze medals in the global multi-sport spectacle that celebrates unity, diversity and special skills among people with intellectual disabilities.
The Indians were among a host of participants who later in the day took part in an evocative, emotional and triumphant closing ceremony at the Brandenburg gate in the centre of the historic city.
Speaking about the Indian contingent’s performance at the Games, Special Olympics Bharat chairperson Mallika Nada said, “A huge number of our athletes have faced social discrimination of various forms, and are regarded as non functioning members of society in various quarters.
“It is an obsolete thought, and an inaccurate one too. Their performance in the sporting arena prove that they are capable of great feats, or strength, speed, concentration and discipline. And I hope this opens the eyes of those on the outside and proves that we need to expand this movement further and make it more inclusive.”
The Indian contingent is made up of 198 athletes and unified partners and 57 coaches who competed in 16 sports.
(With PTI Inputs)