•Dholpur's Praveen Sharma made history with a 13.31-meter shotput throw at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026.
•He surpassed the Paralympic qualification mark, becoming the first Indian athlete to throw over 13 meters in this event.
•Secured a gold medal in shotput (F-11 category) and a silver in discus throw (32.96m), earning a spot in the Senior Asian Para Athletics Championship in Japan.
•Praveen lost his eyesight at 1.5 years due to Stevens-Johnson Syndrome but pursued sports with strong family support.
•Despite challenges, his achievement brings pride to Dholpur and the entire nation, showcasing his unwavering determination.
