Jaipur: Social worker Nirmala Rawat will lead an Indian delegation to Malaysia for the Second Asian Paralympic Throwball Championships, which will be held in Malaysia from June 1 to 5, 2026 with approximately 400 athletes from around the world participating.In a significant initiative to provide an international platform to disabled sports talent, a team of Indian athletes and officials, led by social worker Nirmala Rawat, will be participating in the Second Asian Paralympic Throwball Championships, to be held in Malaysia from June 1 to 5.This international competition will be held in Malaysia in June first week, with approximately 400 athletes from around the world participating. The competition will feature both men’s and women’s teams. There is an atmosphere of excitement among athletes and sports enthusiasts regarding the event.According to reports, social worker Nirmala Rawat is acting as the special organizer of the Indian delegation. Rawat is the World President of these games. Nirmala Rawat will be joined in the Indian contingent by her husband and social activist Laxman Rawat, Om Prakash Sharma, Chairman of Shekhawati Ayurveda Medical College, Pilani, Professor Pradeep Kumar Prajapati, Director of the All India Institute of Ayurveda, Professor Dr Seema Sharma, Dr Mamta Prajapati, Advocate Lalit Sharma, and social activist Mahesh Sharma.Federation chairman Sir Vesena of Cambodia and Albert Premkumar of Coimbatore from India will also participate.Lalit Sharma, Advocate, Public Relations Officer of the Olympic Games Throwball Federation, stated that approximately 400 athletes from various countries will participate in the competition.This event will be a great opportunity for athletes with disabilities to showcase their talent. Social activist Nirmala Rawat has long played an active role in the sports and social sector. She continuously inspires youth and athletes with disabilities to take up sports.She believes that sports is not just a competition but also a medium of self-confidence, discipline, and respect. Nirmala Rawat stated that India’s athletes with disabilities are bringing glory to the country internationally, and it is crucial for them to receive a proper platform and encouragement. She stated that this competition will provide athletes with new recognition and better opportunities. Sports circles and social organizations have praised Nirmala Rawat’s initiative, calling it an inspiration for Indian athletes with disabilities.
