Matribhumi Samachar English
Held at Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, from 5 – 7 December 2025
Hyderabad, 8th December 2025: A 10-member Indian para-cycling team trained by the Aditya Mehta Foundation (AMF) participated in the Korat, Thailand Para Cycling Cup 2025. Athletes from 12 countries Malaysia, Thailand, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, China, Tajikistan, Indonesia, Republic of Korea, Singapore, and India competed at the event, giving the Indian team invaluable exposure to high-performance international racing. The contingent also included two handcyclists, reflecting the growing depth of India’s para-cycling ecosystem.
Medal Achievements
Track Events
Individual Time Trial (1 km)
- Vishva(16, Gujarat) – Bronze; 2. Lisha (15, Assam) – Silver
- Individual Pursuit:Vishva– Bronze; Lisha – Bronze
- 200m Sprint:Vishva– Bronze; Lisha – Silver; Pavan Kumar (22, Andhra Pradesh) – Bronze
Road Events
- Individual Time Trial—Vishva– Bronze; Lisha – Bronze; Yogesh (Maharashtra) – Bronze; Prashant (Telugu athlete from Maharashtra) – Bronze
Total: 2 Silver & 9 Bronze (11 Medals)
Despite strong international competition, the para-athletes raced with heart, resilience, and pride — each medal carrying a story of perseverance and hope. The event also fostered friendships and meaningful learning exchanges with para-cyclists from other nations.
Arshad’s Story
Our Paralympian para-cyclist, Arshad Shaik, secured 4th place despite recently undergoing surgery for a fractured arm — a true display of grit and determination.
Support & Acknowledgment
The team’s participation was made possible through the support of Invesco, GMMCO, Alcon, and Flutter Entertainment (for adult para-cyclists). Their contributions toward adaptive equipment, training, rehabilitation, travel, and selection camps significantly strengthened this effort.
Foundation’s Message
“Our para-cyclists displayed extraordinary courage and commitment. Their performance in Korat is a testament to their spirit and determination as they prepare for future elite events, qualification pathways for the Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, and the Paralympics 2028. We are proud of every athlete.”
With growing international exposure and sustained support, India’s para-cyclists continue to rise as strong contenders on the global stage.
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