Paris Olympics 2024: Here’s a State wise Breakdown of Indian Athletes Heading to the Olympics

Paris Olympics 2024: As the Paris Olympics 2024 approaches, India is set to send a robust contingent of 117 athletes, poised to showcase their talents on the global stage. This year’s contingent, comprising 70 male and 47 female athletes, promises to be a formidable force in 16 different sporting events.

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Haryana Dominates Indian Contingent

Haryana continues its legacy of producing top tier athletes, leading with 23 athletes heading to Paris. This northern state, known for its strong sporting culture, boasts prominent figures such as Neeraj Chopra, the reigning Olympic gold medalist in javelin throw, and boxer Amit Panghal. Haryana’s commitment to sports development has paid off, contributing significantly to India’s Olympic prospects.

Punjab ranks second with 18 athletes, reflecting its rich history in sports, particularly in hockey and wrestling. Tamil Nadu is not far behind, sending 13 athletes, showcasing a diverse range of talents from athletics to table tennis.

State wise Athlete Representation

StateNo of Athletes
Haryana23
Punjab18
Tamil Nadu13
Uttar Pradesh9
Karnataka7
Kerala, Maharashtra, Delhi5
Andhra Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Telangana4
West Bengal3
Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Manipur, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Gujarat2
Sikkim, Jharkhand, Goa, Assam, Bihar1
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While states like Haryana and Punjab dominate, others like Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, and Assam face challenges in sports development. However, the representation from these states is a positive sign of progress and potential for future growth.

With 29 athletes, athletics remains the largest contingent from India. Key athletes include Neeraj Chopra in javelin throw, Avinash Sable in men’s 3000m steeplechase, and Jyothi Yarraji in women’s 100m hurdles. India’s shooters have secured 21 spots, featuring top marksmen and women such as Prithviraj Tondaiman in men’s trap and Elavenil Valarivan in women’s 10m air rifle. The men’s hockey team, comprising 19 players, will look to build on their performance from the Tokyo Olympics. PV Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medalist, will lead the badminton contingent, which also includes H.S. Prannoy and the men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty.

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The Paris Olympics 2024 is set to witness India’s diverse and dynamic athletic prowess, with athletes from nearly every state representing the country. As these athletes prepare to compete on the world stage, they carry the hopes and dreams of their respective states and the entire nation. With a strong contingent and a rich mix of experienced and emerging talents, India is poised for an impressive performance at the Paris Olympics.

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