Tue Sep 03 10:26:20 UTC 2024: – Yogesh Kathuniya, a discus thrower, overcame Guillain-Barre Syndrome at the age of 9 and went on to win silver medals at the Paralympics
– His parents wanted him to become a doctor, but his illness changed their plans
– Kathuniya’s mother played a crucial role in his recovery, taking him to numerous doctors and traditional centres for treatment
– He was inspired to pursue athletics after meeting other para-athletes at Kirori Mal College
– Despite setbacks, including a nerve condition in 2022, Kathuniya has continued to excel in discus throwing
– He has opened an academy to train other para-athletes and aims to be a role model for them.

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