Nethra Vidyalaya

Educational Institute of Visually Challenged

Nethra Vidyalaya Students Shine at the 8th Indian Open International Para Athletics Championship 2026

With the divine Mangalaśāsanams of HH Sri Sri Sri Tridandi Srimannarayana Ramanuja Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji, Nethra Vidyalaya proudly celebrates the outstanding achievements of its para-athletes at the 8th Indian Open International Para Athletics Championship 2026, held at Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru, from 25th to 28th May 2026.

Outstanding Achievements

Killaka Lalitha (T-11 Category)

Gold Medal – 100-meter Sprint
Gold Medal – 200-meter Sprint

Ravanni Valasanaini

Gold Medal – 400-meter Sprint
Silver Medal – 200-meter Sprint

Karanam Gowtham (T-12 Category)

Silver Medal – Long Jump
Bronze Medal – 100-meter Sprint

These remarkable accomplishments are a testament to the determination, discipline, and perseverance of the students, as well as the holistic support provided by Nethra Vidyalaya.

Smt. Sirisha Latha, Correspondent of Nethra Vidyalaya, stated that with the blessings of HH Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji and the constant encouragement of the institution’s management, these visually challenged students have achieved extraordinary success through their unwavering dedication and hard work. She noted that Nethra Vidyalaya provides a nurturing environment, nutritious food, professional training, and continuous encouragement to help students excel in sports and other fields.

She further expressed confidence that, based on their performances and international rankings, these athletes have strong prospects of being selected for the upcoming Asian Games and achieving even greater milestones in the future.

Nethra Vidyalaya conveys its heartfelt gratitude to all donors, CSR partners, well-wishers, supporters, coaches, mentors, and family members whose encouragement and contributions have played a vital role in empowering these students to pursue excellence.

Nethra Vidyalaya, founded by HH Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji, provides free, holistic education to visually impaired children — empowering them to live with dignity and self-reliance. Swamiji’s constant aspiration is to empower every student to become self-reliant and lead a life of dignity, without dependence on others. 

Our students write exams on laptops, have marched in NCC Parades before the Governor, and shine in sports, athletics, and cultural events — embodying Swamiji’s vision of true independence.

These achievements reflect the dedication of our students, the guidance of Swamiji, and the generous support of our donors and volunteers.

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