Pramod Bhagat

Pramod Bhagat, born on June 4, 1988, in Odisha, India, is a para-badminton prodigy celebrated for his exceptional achievements on the court. Despite facing adversity due to a childhood bout of polio, Bhagat's passion and determination for the sport propelled him to unparalleled success. As a para-badminton player, he showcased unparalleled skill, agility, and strategic brilliance, clinching numerous titles on the national and international stage. Bhagat's remarkable journey embodies the spirit of resilience and perseverance, inspiring millions with disabilities to pursue their dreams. Off the court, he is an advocate for para-sports inclusion and works tirelessly to empower individuals with disabilities through sports and education initiatives.

His major career achievements -

• Honoured with the Arjuna Award for Para-Badminton in 2019
• Bagged a silver medal in men's SL3 singles event of the Japan Para-Badminton International - 2019 Tokyo Paralympics Test Event
• Won a bronze medal in both SL3 singles and SL3-SL4 doubles in 2019 Victor Denmark Para-Badminton International
• Clinched gold medals in both singles and doubles events at the 2019 China Para-Badminton International
• Earned silver medals in SL3 singes and  SL3-SL4 doubles at the 2019 Thailand Para-Badminton International, held in Bangkok
• Bagged two gold medals in men's SL3 singles and SL3-4 doubles events of the 2019 BWF World Para-Badminton Championships
• Earned one silver and one bronze medal in the 2019 Canada Para-Badminton International
• Clinched a gold medal in men’s singles SL3 event of the 2019 Fazza Dubai Para-Badminton International
• Bagged a gold medal in SL-3 men's singles and a bronze medal in doubles at the 5th Turkey Para-Badminton International ENESCUP-2019
• Gold and silver medal in singles and doubles events of Australia Para-Badminton International Tournament 2018
• Gold and Bronze medal in singles and doubles events of the Asian Para Games 2018
• Gold medal in the men's singles event of the Thailand Para-Badminton International Tournament 2018
• Bronze medals in singles and doubles events of the Asian Para-Badminton Championship 2016 
• Gold and silver medal in singles and doubles events of BWF Para-Badminton World Championship 2015
• Bronze medal in the singles event of the Asian Para Games of 2014
• Gold medal in the singles event of the IBAD Seven Luck World Championship 2009
• Silver and gold medals in singles and doubles events of the Asian Para Olympic 2008
• Gold medals in singles and doubles events of RYLA International Challenger Tournament 2008