Quick Info
| Profession | Paralympic high jumper |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 28/06/1995 |
| Age | 30 years |
| Birthplace | Periavadagampatti village, Salem, Tamil Nadu |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 168 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | AVS College of Arts and Science, Ramalingapuram, Tamil Nadu |
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| Degree | Bachelor's degree in Business Administration |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Mother | Saroja |
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Career
| High Jump Coach/Mentor | Satyanarayana |
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Favourites
| Food | Chicken soup |
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Style Quotient
| Car Collection | BMW 3 Series GT |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born into a financially struggling family and brought up by a dedicated single mother. | |
| 2. An accident at the age of five left him with a disability. | |
| 3. His high jumping journey began when coach Satyanarayana noticed his potential. | |
| 4. In 2016, he clinched the gold medal at the Rio Paralympics and utilized the prize money to assist his family. |