Ladakh to Host World First High-Altitude Para Sports Centre

Project Overview & Partnership

• LAHDC and Aditya Mehta Foundation sign MoU for groundbreaking facility
• World's first high-altitude para sports training centre to be established in Leh
• Primary goal: Prepare athletes for 2028 Paralympics
• Dedicated committee formed to oversee centre's development
• Land identification process initiated
• Aims to position India among top 10 countries in Paralympics
• Centre will welcome para-athletes globally, not just from India

Training Programs & Initial Phase

Interim training plan initiated before centre completion:

• • 15 Children with Special Needs (CwSN) to be selected from Leh-Ladakh
  • Selected candidates to receive training at AMF's Infinity Parasports Academy, Hyderabad
  • Screening at sub-divisional level for maximum participation
  • Comprehensive counseling and rehabilitation support

Sports disciplines to be included:

• • 22 Para Sports: Including archery, athletics, badminton, cycling
  • 6 Winter Games: Para alpine skiing, biathlon, ice hockey
• High-altitude environment offers unique training advantages
• World-class facilities planned for competitive edge

Strategic Importance & Future Impact

Builds on India's recent Paralympic success:

• • 29 medals at 2024 Paris Paralympics
  • Including 7 gold medals

Centre will serve multiple purposes:

• • Training hub for international competitions
  • Rehabilitation facility
  • Platform for global para-athletic interaction

Expected benefits:

• • Enhanced training opportunities for Indian para-athletes
  • Development of local talent in Ladakh
  • Boost to regional sports infrastructure
  • International recognition for Indian para sports