Jayanti Behera Becomes the Nation’s Best Para Athlete
The 22nd National Para Athletics Championship 2024 was held in Goa from January 10 to January 13 over a span of four days. In this prestigious event, Jayanti Behera, a young woman from Satyabadi, brought immense pride to Odisha and her hometown by winning three consecutive gold medals in the women’s 100m, 200m, and 400m sprint events — achieving a remarkable hat-trick.
In recognition of her outstanding performance, she was awarded the title of Best Para Athlete of the Championship by Bollywood actress Ada Sharma. This accolade further brought honor and recognition to both the state and Jayanti’s hometown.
