Odisha celebrates gold and silver victories in para-boccia championship

Odisha athletes Damayanti Ojha and Sonali Ojha delivered outstanding performances to capture gold and silver medals at the recent Boccia Federation Cup 2026. Competing in the BC4 Women's Individual category, both sports stars dominated their matches during the highly competitive national tournament held in New Delhi from October 3 to October 8, 2026. This double victory brings immense pride to the state's rapidly growing para-sports ecosystem, which continuously identifies and nurtures top-tier talent for national events.

Strong showing on national stage

Organizers recorded participation from 44 elite competitors representing 16 different states across India. Navigating this challenging field, Damayanti outplayed her opponents to clinch the highest honor with a gold medal. Sonali followed closely, securing the silver medal in the same highly competitive category. Their combined success reflects rigorous daily training and deep dedication to para-boccia, a specialized sport demanding extreme precision, control, and mental focus.

Kamala Kanta Rath, serving as President of the Para Sports Association of Odisha (PSAO), praised both competitors for their remarkable and inspiring results. He highlighted their unyielding dedication and expressed firm confidence that they will achieve even greater milestones moving forward, bringing further glory to India. The entire PSAO leadership formally extended warm congratulations, noting exactly how these impressive victories elevate the state's overall profile in national para-sports. Both champions are now setting their sights on future international tournaments, proudly carrying the high expectations and unwavering support of their home state.