HYUNDAI MOTOR INDIA LIMITED (HMIL) has honoured the Indian contingent for delivering a historic performance at the IndianOil World Para Athletics Championships 2025. The team achieved its best-ever result, securing an impressive 22 medals (6 gold, 9 silver, and 7 bronze) at the championships.
Among the standout performances was Yogesh Kathuniya’s silver medal in the discus throw (F56) event, an athlete supported by Samarth by Hyundai. His achievement not only contributed to India’s medal tally but also highlighted the impact of Hyundai’s long-term investment in training and empowerment through the Samarth initiative. Several other Samarth-backed athletes also delivered strong performances at the championships.
HMIL chief operating officer and whole time director Tarun Garg said, “Our heartiest congratulations to the entire Indian contingent for their historic performance at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025. Winning 22 medals, the performance marks a watershed moment in our country’s para-athletics journey and a testament to the indomitable spirit, resilience and excellence of our para-athletes. Through our flagship initiative ‘Samarth by Hyundai’, we are deeply honored to play a part in this inspiring journey towards an inclusive and barrier-free sporting ecosystem. We also applaud Government of India and the organizing committee for hosting this landmark event with such scale and success, showcasing India’s growing stature in the world of sports. This achievement reinforces our belief that when opportunity meets determination, Progress for Humanity truly begins.”
Paralympic Committee of India president Devendra Jhajharia said, “The performance of our team at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 will inspire generations to come. Every medal won here reflects hard work, discipline, and the unwavering belief that limits exist only in the mind. Initiatives like ‘Samarth by Hyundai’ are vital in ensuring that athletes with disabilities have equal access to opportunities, training and support to excel on the global stage.”
