{"id":58438,"date":"2026-08-17T12:43:02","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T07:13:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/financialtelegraph.in\/index.php\/2026\/08\/17\/yogesh-shelly-meets-russian-paralympic-committee-president-pavel-alekseevich-rozhkov-discusses-para-athlete-development-and-international-collaboration\/"},"modified":"2026-08-17T12:43:02","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T07:13:02","slug":"yogesh-shelly-meets-russian-paralympic-committee-president-pavel-alekseevich-rozhkov-discusses-para-athlete-development-and-international-collaboration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/financialtelegraph.in\/index.php\/2026\/08\/17\/yogesh-shelly-meets-russian-paralympic-committee-president-pavel-alekseevich-rozhkov-discusses-para-athlete-development-and-international-collaboration\/","title":{"rendered":"Yogesh Shelly Meets Russian Paralympic Committee President Pavel Alekseevich Rozhkov, Discusses Para Athlete Development and International Collaboration"},"content":{"rendered":"
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New Delhi [India], August 17: <\/strong>India\u2019s para-sports ecosystem is witnessing growing momentum around athlete development, structured training, international exposure and stronger global sporting collaborations. In this evolving landscape, Yogesh Sharma (Shelly), Director of Para Athlete Development & Special Programs, Para Powerlifting, Paralympic Committee of India<\/strong>, has been actively involved in initiatives aimed at strengthening opportunities and support systems for Indian para athletes.<\/p>\n

Yogesh Shelly\u2019s work focuses on para athlete development, talent identification, athlete welfare, competition support and special sporting programmes<\/strong>, with particular emphasis on Para Powerlifting. His involvement extends from supporting athletes at competitive events to strengthening organised pathways for emerging para-sport talent.<\/p>\n

<\/a>International Engagement in Russia<\/strong><\/p>\n

Yogesh Shelly\u2019s recent international engagement in Russia brought further attention to the importance of global collaboration in para sports. During the Indian Para Powerlifting contingent\u2019s Moscow 2026<\/strong> engagement, he met Pavel Alekseevich Rozhkov, President of the Russian Paralympic Committee<\/strong>, with discussions centred on para-athlete development, sporting opportunities and international cooperation.<\/p>\n

The interaction provided an opportunity to exchange perspectives on athlete preparation, competitive exposure, training systems and the development of para-sports programmes. Such international engagements can contribute to greater exchange of experience between sporting administrators and help create additional opportunities for athletes competing at the international level.<\/p>\n

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<\/a>Indian Para Powerlifting Team Delivers Strong Performance in Moscow<\/strong><\/p>\n

The engagement coincided with the participation of the Indian Para Powerlifting team in the Moscow International Para-Powerlifting Competition among Combat Veterans<\/strong>, held in Moscow, Russia, from 6 to 10 August 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

India recorded a notable performance at the competition, with two athletes securing gold medals.<\/p>\n

Pradeep Joon<\/strong> won first place and the gold medal in the Men\u2019s 107 kg category<\/strong>, recording a best lift of 193 kg<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Shubham Chakrawarty<\/strong> also secured first place and a gold medal in the Men\u2019s 54 kg category<\/strong>, with a best lift of 120 kg<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Rao Suhail<\/strong> finished fourth in the Men\u2019s 72 kg category<\/strong>, recording a best lift of 121 kg<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The results added another positive chapter to India\u2019s growing presence in international Para Powerlifting and highlighted the competitive potential of Indian athletes on global platforms.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Bangkok Championship Further Strengthened India\u2019s Presence<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Moscow engagement followed India\u2019s strong showing at the Asia Oceania Para Powerlifting Championship 2026 in Bangkok<\/strong>, where the Indian contingent finished with an impressive 34 medals \u2014 6 gold, 10 silver and 18 bronze<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Yogesh Sharma (Shelly) was associated with the championship as an official representative from Punjab, supporting and coordinating with athletes during the international competition.<\/p>\n

The Bangkok performance further demonstrated the depth of Indian para-powerlifting talent and the importance of providing athletes with regular international competitive exposure.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Strengthening Para Athlete Development in Punjab<\/strong><\/p>\n

Yogesh Shelly\u2019s responsibilities also extend to developing a stronger support structure for para athletes at the regional level.<\/p>\n

In February 2026, he was appointed Director of Para Athlete Development & Special Programs, India Para Powerlifting<\/strong>. Around the same period, a dedicated Para Powerlifting office was inaugurated in Samana, Patiala<\/strong>, under his leadership, with the objective of improving athlete guidance, training coordination and support for para athletes in the region.<\/p>\n

The initiative is aimed at helping athletes access better organised sporting opportunities while creating a more structured pathway from development stages to national and international competition.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Focus on International Collaboration and Athlete Opportunities<\/strong><\/p>\n

The meeting with Pavel Alekseevich Rozhkov<\/strong>, together with India\u2019s participation in the Moscow competition, highlights the increasing importance of international sporting relationships in the development of para sports.<\/p>\n

For para athletes, exposure to international competitions can provide valuable experience in high-level competition, preparation and performance. At the same time, interactions between sporting officials and international para-sports organisations can encourage the exchange of knowledge and best practices.<\/p>\n

Yogesh Shelly\u2019s continued involvement in Para Powerlifting reflects this broader emphasis on building an organised and sustainable athlete-development ecosystem.<\/p>\n

With Indian para athletes continuing to achieve significant results at international championships, the focus on Para Athlete Development & Special Programs<\/strong> is becoming increasingly important in identifying talent, supporting athletes and creating pathways for them to compete successfully on the global stage.<\/p>\n

<\/a>The recent Moscow engagement, the meeting with Russian Paralympic Committee President Pavel Alekseevich Rozhkov<\/strong>, and the strong performances by Indian athletes together underline the growing international footprint of Indian Para Powerlifting.<\/p>\n

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