Summer Paralympic Games Will Start From Today

Japan's capital city, Tokyo, after successfully hosting the Summer Olympic Games is all set to host the Summer Paralympic Games which will begin with a glittering opening ceremony at the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo today. The main concept for the opening ceremony is "We Have Wings".As many as 54 athletes from India will be competing in 9 sports disciplines including archery, athletics (Track and Field), badminton, swimming, weightlifting among others. This is the biggest-ever contingent India has sent to any Paralympics. All 54 athletes are part of the Target Olympic Podium Scheme, as per the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.