India are set to script a new chapter in its para sports history as 35 athletes will make their debut at the World Para Athletics Championships, scheduled to be held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium from September 27 to October 5. This marks the largest-ever contingent of first-time Indian participants at the prestigious global event.

Among the standout debutants is Mahendra Gurjar, who grabbed global attention earlier this year by setting a world record in the men’s F42 javelin throw with a stunning effort of 61.17 metres at the Nottwil Grand Prix in Switzerland. Currently training at the national camp in Patiala, Gurjar is eyeing a strong finish on home soil in his maiden appearance at the World Championships.