The farewell ceremony for Iran's sports delegation to the 2026 Nagoya Para-Asian Games was held at Enghelab Square in Tehran. During this ceremony, the national athletes joined the public gathering under the title "Life Sacrificers of Strong Iran" and a mural depicting Iran's delegation's participation in these games was unveiled.
Naming the Delegation and Spiritual Messages
Ghafour Kargari, the President of the National Paralympic Committee, named the delegation "Life Sacrificers of Strong Iran" inspired by the revolutionary movement of the people and in recognition of their 220-day resistance, emphasizing that this naming is not just a slogan but a reflection of the will and efforts of Iranian athletes. He also quoted one of the female athletes saying, "I will either win a medal for Iran or I will not return alive."
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Achievements of Para-Athletes
Kargari pointed out the achievements of the disabled and veterans, stating that the most honored team and athletes in Iran are among the Paralympians who have achieved these successes through their determination. These champions have always been recognized and praised by the country's leaders.
During the ceremony, Ana Jahangard, a veteran from Minab school, presented the flag of Iran's delegation to Rouhollah Rostami, the country's flag bearer, so he could lead the delegation in the opening parade of the Para-Asian Games. At the end of the ceremony, Rouhollah Rostami recited the delegation's oath, and 15 athletes from various sports gave short speeches.
Details of the Delegation and Its Slogan
Iran's delegation, consisting of 167 athletes, includes 62 female athletes and 104 male athletes across 15 sports disciplines, will participate in the fifth edition of the Para-Asian Games. Additionally, Ana Jahangard, a 9-year-old student from Minab who became a veteran during a school bombing, has been chosen as the spiritual leader of the delegation. The National Paralympic Committee has also chosen the slogan "The Innocence of the Children of These Victims" in memory of the children of Hiroshima, Gaza, and Minab.
The Nagoya Para-Asian Games will be held from October 18 to November 1, and this delegation, representing the country, is striving to achieve greater successes in these competitions.
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