24 Armed Forces Personnel, Including Neeraj Chopra, to Represent India at Paris Olympics

The upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics will witness a historic moment for India, as 24 personnel from the armed forces, including star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, will join the 117-strong Indian contingent. Notably, this marks the first time that female service athletes will participate in the Olympics, with Havildar Jaismine Lamboria (boxing) and CPO Ritika Hooda (wrestling) making history.

Chopra, the reigning Olympic gold medalist, will once again be a medal contender after a string of impressive performances. He has secured gold medals at the 2023 Asian Games, 2023 World Athletics Championship, 2024 Diamond League, and 2024 Paavo Nurmi Games.

Other notable service personnel participating in the Olympics include Sub Amit Panghal (boxing), CPO Tajinderpal Singh Toor (shot-put), Sub Avinash Mukund Sable (3000m steeplechase), and Sub Santhosh Kumar Tamilarasan (4X400M men's relay).

The Indian Army has expressed pride in the participation of its athletes, stating that they "are renowned for their exceptional skills and past achievements on the world stage." Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi has interacted with the athletes via video conference to extend his support.

The presence of these service personnel in the Indian contingent not only showcases their athletic prowess but also highlights the commitment of the armed forces to sports and fitness. Their participation is expected to inspire future generations of athletes and serve as a testament to the spirit of sportsmanship and national pride.

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