SaralnamaPara athlete Neerja Goyal made history in adventure sports on in Rishikesh. The international badminton player performed a 109-meter bungee jump from Shivpuri while seated in her wheelchair. Neerja claims to be the first female para-athlete in India to achieve this feat. She expressed no fear before the jump, stating it was her long-held dream. Previously, Neerja had also completed paragliding from 12,000 feet, showcasing her courage and determination. Her achievement demonstrates that willpower, not physical limitations, determines one's ability to soar. (Updated 24 Oct 2025, 19:08 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Para athlete Neerja Goyal made history in adventure sports on 25 Aug 2023 in Rishikesh
- The international badminton player performed a 109-meter bungee jump from Shivpuri while seated in her wheelchair
- Neerja claims to be the first female para-athlete in India to achieve this feat