Paris 2024 Paralympics Live Streaming: When and where to watch Paralympics live?

Paris 2024 Paralympics Live Telecast: The 84-member Indian contingent taking part in the Paris Paralympics beginning on August 28 will be accompanied by 95 officials as many participants will have their coaches and escorts travelling with them to take care of their special needs.

The total strength of the Indian contingent will thus have 179 members.

Out of the 95, as many as 77 are team officials, nine are contingent medical officials and another nine are contingent officials.

India is sending the largest number of participants in the Paris Paralympics (August 28 to September 8) with 84 athletes competing in 12 sports. In the Tokyo Paralympics in 2021, India was represented by 54 members in nine sports.

“Considering the special needs of some para athletes, personal coaches have been included in the contingent. However, they will provide necessary services to other players as per the directions of the Chef de Mission/team head coach,” the ministry said while clearing the contingent.

“The participation of the entire contingent (including sportspersons, contingent officials, coaches) except that of Chef de Mission and one team manager for para badminton will be at cost to government.” The likes of javelin thrower Sumit Antil and shooter Avani Lekhara, who would be looking to defend their Tokyo Paralympics gold, are among those who will be having personal coaches.

Here are all the livestreaming details of Paralympics

When do the Paris Paralympics 2024 start?

The 17th edition of the Summer Paralympics will begin on August 28 2024 and will conclude on September 8. Like the Summer Olympics Paris in France will host the prestigious event.

How many sports and events are scheduled for Paris Paralympics 2024?

549 athletes across the globe will compete in 22 sports events. The Paralympics provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities to show their incredible determination and talent.

When and where to watch the Paris Paralympics 2024 LIVE in India?

The live telecast of the Paris Paralympics will be available on Sports18 while the live streaming will be there on JioCinema in India from August 28 to September 8, 2024.

(With agency inputs)

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