Bhubaneswar, October 6, 2025:
Odisha’s Para Badminton players have once again brought glory to the nation by delivering outstanding performances at the 1st ABIA Para Badminton International 2025, held in Nigeria. The Indian contingent, led by Odisha’s ace para shuttlers, showcased remarkable skill and determination, earning multiple medals across various categories.
Medal Winners from Odisha
Pramod Bhagat (SL-3)
- Gold – Men’s Singles (SL-3)
- Gold – Men’s Doubles (SL3-SL4)
- Gold – Mixed Doubles (SL3-SU5)
Nurul Hossain Khan (WH-2)
- Silver – Men’s Singles (WH-2)
- Gold – Men’s Doubles (WH1-WH2)
Kuldeep Mahakul (SL-4)
- Bronze – Men’s Singles (SL-4)
Biswas Ranjan Panda (SU-5)
- Bronze – Men’s Doubles (SU-5)
These exceptional results highlight Odisha’s growing strength in Para Badminton under the guidance and support of the Para Sports Association of Odisha (PSAO) and the Department of Sports and Youth Services, Government of Odisha.
The achievements of these athletes reflect their relentless hard work, discipline, and passion for the sport. Their success continues to inspire young para athletes across the country to pursue excellence in international arenas.
Pramod Bhagat (SL-3)
- Gold – Men’s Singles (SL-3) - Pramod won finals by defeating Mantu Kumar of India with a scoreline of (21-7,9-21,21-9)
- Gold – Men’s Doubles (SL3-SL4) - Won Finals by defeating Nigerian Pair C.Nnanna and O.Nwosu (21-13,21-18)
- Gold – Mixed Doubles (SL3-SU5) - Won Finals by defeating the Peruvian Pair G.Vargas Lostaunau and D Rojas Golac (21-13,21-17)
Nurul Hossain Khan (WH-2)
- Silver – Men’s Singles (WH-2) - Won Semi Finals 22-20,23-21 Against Nigeria. Lost in finals with a scoreline of Final - 21-17,21-14. Against Egypt.
- Gold – Men’s Doubles (WH1-WH2) - Double - Won Finals by defeating Egypt Pair by (21-19,22-20). Semifinals won against Cameroon & Kango (21-18,21-14)
Kuldeep Mahakul (SL-4)
- Bronze – Men’s Singles (SL-4) - LOST IN S/F BY 08-21 & 16-21 with C.Nnanna of Nigeria
Biswas Ranjan Panda (SU-5)
- Bronze – Men’s Doubles (SU-5) - LOST IN S/F BY 09-21 & 15-21 against Indian Pair