Nishad Kumar: Asian Para Games long-jump gold on event debut
A sourced profile of Nishad Kumar after the Prime Minister's Office announced his gold in the Men’s Long Jump T47 event.
The PIB release dated 19 October 2026 says Nishad Kumar won gold in Men’s Long Jump T47 at the Asian Para Games, describing it as a gold medal on his debut in that event.
The reported result
The official statement identifies the event as Men’s Long Jump T47 and says Kumar won gold on his debut in the event. The release praises his versatility and determination.
A profile should keep this result distinct from any other event or championship. For the winning distance and full field, the official competition results are the right source.
How the long jump is measured
In long jump, an athlete sprints along a runway, takes off from a board and lands in a sand pit. The measured distance runs from the take-off line to the nearest mark made in the landing area.
T47 is an athletics sport class. Its official eligibility criteria are technical and should be taken from the sport's classification rules, not guessed from a short label.
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Frequently asked questions
What event did Nishad Kumar win gold in?
Men’s Long Jump T47 at the Asian Para Games 2026, according to PIB.