Sidhartha Babu’s triumph over physical challenges showcases resilience and excellence. Competing against mainstream marksmen at the National Shooting Championship in New Delhi, he secured two medals, including a silver in the 50-metre rifle prone event. In the face of strong contenders like Olympian Chain Singh, Sidhartha’s self-belief shone through.
His journey began after a life-altering accident at 19, with doctors predicting a future without walking. Undeterred, Sidhartha turned his year-long bedridden phase into a training ground. Immersing himself in books on target shooting, he transformed rehabilitation into a pursuit of sporting mastery.
Despite self-taught and self-coached, Sidhartha’s determination propelled him to the 2021 Paralympics finals in Tokyo, and recently, he clinched gold at the Hangzhou 2022 Asian Para Games. Competing on his custom-designed wheelchair, the 44-year-old aims not only for personal victories but dedicates his life to breaking barriers for disabled sports participation.
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