Complete list of gold medals win by India in Olympics: The Olympics are usually held every four years, and the next Summer Olympics after the 2020 Tokyo Olympics will be held in Paris in 2024. However, it is important to note that any future Indian hosting of the Olympics will depend on the bidding and selection process. by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Indian Olympic Association.
Two medals on his debut marked the beginning of India’s campaign at the Olympics. India has since won 35 medals in 24 Olympic Games – including gold, silver, and bronze.
complete list of gold medals win by India in Olympics
- Abhinav Bindra – Shooting (2008, Beijing)
- Vijender Singh – Boxing (2008, Beijing)
- Sushil Kumar – Wrestling (2010, Delhi)
- Mary Kom – Boxing (2014, Incheon)
- Saina Nehwal – Badminton (2010, Delhi)
- P. V. Sindhu – Badminton (2021, Tokyo)
- Neeraj Chopra – Athletics (2021, Tokyo)
Here are some notable Indian athletes who have won gold medals in various Olympic Games:
History of the Indian Olympics
The history of Indian participation in the Olympic Games dates back to the early 20th century. India first participated as an independent nation in the Olympic Games in 1920 in Antwerp, Belgium. Since then, Indian athletes have appeared in every edition of the Summer Olympics except the 1924 Paris Olympics. The history of Indian appearances in the Olympic Games dates back to the early 20th century. India first participated as an independent nation in the Olympic Games in 1920 in Antwerp, Belgium. Since then, Indian athletes have participated in every edition of the Summer Olympics except the 1924 Paris Olympics.
India’s first individual Olympic medal came in 1900 when Norman Pritchard, an Anglo-Indian athlete, won two silver medals in athletics representing India. However, it was not until 1928 that India won its first team gold medal in field hockey at the Amsterdam Olympics. Indian hockey’s dominance continued for several decades, with the men’s team winning a total of 8 gold medals (1928, 1932, 1936, 1948, 1952, 1956, 1964, 1980) and the women’s team winning a bronze in 1956. Apart from hockey, Indian athletes have achieved success in various individual events. Notable achievements include.
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