Soumya, Radha clinch gold and silver in women’s 1500m T12/T13 at Asian Para Games

India celebrated a monumental success at the 2026 Asian Para Games with an impressive 1-2 finish in the women’s 1500m T12/T13 event. Soumya Kumar secured the gold medal, achieving a personal best under the guidance of Bharath Kumar. In a close contest, Radha Venkatesh earned silver with her guide Govind Solanki, showcasing the athletes’ outstanding performances that enhanced India’s medal count significantly.

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