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Sachin Sarjerao Khilari: Sachin Sarjerao Khilari defended his title in the Men’s Shot Put F46 category while Dharambir won a bronze medal as India's medal count swelled to 12 in the World Para-Athletics Championships 2024 here on Wednesday.

India has so far won 12 medals, five gold, four silver and three bronze is placed third in the medal tally behind China, leading with 48 medals including 18 gold, and Brazil, placed second with 30 medals with 17 gold. The United States has 16 medals but is behind India on the gold medal count.

On Wednesday, Sachin Sarjerao Khilari led the show for India as he emerged as the world champion. His throw of 16.30m not only secured the gold medal but also set a new Asian Record in the event.