The year 2024 has been monumental for Indian sports, with the nation achieving unprecedented success on the global stage.

From record-breaking performances at the Paris Paralympic Games to historic wins in chess and the promotion of women’s participation in sports, India has showcased its rising prowess in multiple disciplines. These remarkable feats, supported by groundbreaking initiatives and a renewed focus on athlete empowerment, reflect the nation’s commitment to fostering sporting excellence and inspiring future generations.

Read in Hindi: अभूतपूर्व उपलब्धियों के साथ भारतीय खेलों के लिए 2024 रहा उल्लेखनीय वर्ष

India concluded its participation in the Paris Olympic Games 2024 with a remarkable haul of six medals, including one silver and five bronze. The shooting discipline was pivotal in this achievement, with athletes Manu Bhaker, Sarabjot Singh, and Swapnil Kusale bringing home three bronze medals.

Additionally, Neeraj Chopra earned a silver medal in Javelin Throw, Aman Sehrawat claimed a bronze in Wrestling, and the Indian Hockey Team successfully defended its bronze medal.

The 2024 Paris Paralympic Games, held from 28th August to 8th September, saw India making history with its largest-ever contingent. India’s athletes delivered an exceptional performance, winning 29 medals, including seven gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze, securing 18th place in the medal tally. This historic performance marks the country’s best-ever achievement in Paralympic history.

India's chess prowess reached new heights at the 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary, where the Indian Men’s and Women’s Chess Teams made history by winning gold medals. The men’s team, with stellar players like Gukesh D, Praggnanandhaa R, Arjun Erigaisi, and Vidit Gujrathi, dominated the competition, winning 10 out of 11 matches and defeating Slovenia in the final round. Gukesh D and Arjun Erigaisi earned individual gold medals for their exceptional performances.

The Indian women’s team, consisting of Harika Dronavalli, Vaishali R, Divya Dshmukh, Vantika Agrawal, and Tania Sachdev, overcame early setbacks to defeat Azerbaijan in the final round, securing the title.

In an extraordinary feat, D. Gukesh also made history as the youngest World Chess Champion in 2024 by defeating China’s Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship in Singapore.

The ASMITA, i.e. Achieving Sports Milestone by Inspiring Women through Action, Women’s Leagues have been conducted across 20 sports disciplines throughout the country, focusing on engaging women athletes from even the smallest towns and villages. With 766 competitions held so far, 83,763 women athletes have participated in the initiative, further strengthening India’s commitment to empowering women in sports.