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Para table tennis star Nurjahan wins Sardar Patel Sports Award
India’s top para table tennis player, Nurjahan Noorali Jamani, has received the Sardar Patel Sports Award from the Gujarat government. The world No. 27 and national champion was honoured for her achievements…
The Story in Brief
India’s top para table tennis player, Nurjahan Noorali Jamani, has received the Sardar Patel Sports Award from the Gujarat government. The world No. 27 and national champion was honoured for her achievements in the sport. The award is among the highest sports recognitions given by the state. Nurjahan, who competes in para table tennis, has consistently represented India at international events.
The Indian Opinion
Stories of para athletes winning state awards are often wrapped in feel-good sentiment that misses the bigger picture. The spotlight should stay on the persistent infrastructure gaps and meagre training support many para players still face. The real test is not the award ceremony but whether Nurjahan’s path will become smoother, how many more such players will Gujarat back with regular funding and coaching before the next Paralympics?
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