Lalita Garg, daughter of Jalore district, raised the value of the entire district by winning the gold medal in the 200 meter race in Khelo India Para-Game 2024. In this competition held on March 23 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi, Lalita performed brilliantly and secured first place.
After winning the gold medal, when Lalita reached Jalore for the first time, she was given a grand welcome in the district. Garg Samaj, Assembly Chief Whip Jogeshwar Garg and local people honored him by wearing a garland and safa. During this time, reception ceremonies were organized in place, where people described Lalita’s achievement as a matter of pride.
Assembly Chief Whip Jogeshwar Garg welcomes Lalita… At his home, fed them sweets and assured to give all possible support in their sports preparations in the future. He said that talents like Lalita are illuminating Jalore’s name nationally and internationally, and their success will also inspire other youth.
After this, the people of the society also honored Lalita at Garg Ashram on Bhinmal Road. On this occasion, retired Principal Mishrilal Bagrecha said that this gold medal of Lalita is not only her, but the victory of the whole society and district. He hoped that Lalita would work hard and create new history in sports.
There is an atmosphere of joy in the district with this achievement of Lalita. Local people and sports lovers are proudly watching this success. This daughter of Jalore is raising the name of not only her family, but the entire district with her struggle and hard work.
Lalita Garg’s sports achievements…
National level achievements: 2022: 20th National Para Athletics Championship – Long Jump (Silver)
2023: 21st National Para Athletics Championship – 200 meter race (bronze)
2024: 23rd National Para Athletics Championship – 200 meter race (silver)
2025: Khelo India Para Games – 200m Race (Gold)
State level achievements ..2022 (11th Championship), 100m race (gold), long jump (gold), discus throw (silver), 2023 (12th championship), 100 meter race (gold), 200 meter race (gold), long jump (gold), 2024 (14th championship), 100 meter race (gold (gold), 200 meter race (gold)