Goa Hosts 24th National Para-Swimming Championship

Current Context: The 24th National Para-Swimming Championship was held in Panjim, Goa, from October 19 to October 22, 2024.

• Organized by the Federation of Para Swimming India, the event saw participation from 28 states and showcased remarkable performances across various categories.
• Goa's Chief Minister, Pramod Sawant, praised the athletes and emphasized the event's alignment with national initiatives like Fit India, Skill India, and Inclusive India.
• Winners:
• Overall Champion: Karnataka (392 points)
• Second Place: Maharashtra (378 points)
• Third Place: Rajasthan (248 points)
• Men's Senior Champion: Mohammed Aasim (Kerala)
• Women's Senior Champion: Sharanya (Karnataka)
• Notable Performances:
• Simran Gaundalkar (Karnataka) set three national records in the 50m, 100m backstroke, and 200m individual medley.
• Squadron Leader Rajkumar Herojit (Manipur) won two gold medals and a silver medal in the men's 100m breaststroke SB4, 50m breaststroke SB4, and 200m individual medley SM5 events.

Question:

1 Where was the 24th National Para-Swimming Championship held in 2024?

• A) Mumbai, Maharashtra
• B) Chennai, Tamil Nadu
• C) Panjim, Goa
• D) Bengaluru, Karnataka

Answer: C) The 24th National Para-Swimming Championship was held in Panjim, Goa, from October 19 to October 22, 2024.