Deepa Malik Interview: The Indian woman to win the Paralympic Games, Deepa Malik is today a force to be reckoned with in the Indian Paralympic Games. In an exclusive conversation with Jagran English she shed light on the challenges faced by the para-athletes prior to the change in policies and inclusivity of para-athlete under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Deepa Malik expressed her gratitude to PM Modi for virtually becoming the ambassador for Paralympics in India making it a visible sport inclusive of major changes and policies. Recalling the time she started she lamented over the lack of education, and support from the government for para-athletes. Basic amenities like disability friendly washrooms was a far cry, with fundings and sponsorships becoming even a difficult achievement.
Tune into the video to learn more about her journey and the challenges she had to overcome.