My aim is to win a gold medal for the country in the Asian Games and Olympics, says National Paralympics gold medalist Abdul Qadir.
Abdul Qadir was in Bhopal on Tuesday as one-day Chairman on Madhya Pradesh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights. While talking to The Pioneer, Abdul shared his dreams and told about his strong will power that kept him going.
Abdul, a 10-year-old is an epitome of courage for many of his age. He lives in Ratlam with his parents and studies in St Joseph’s Co-ed School.
Abdul lost both his hands three years back at the tender age of seven in an accident. Despite the hardships he faced from then, he took up swimming as his sport hobby. Not only this, the boy with an innocent smile won hearts with his brilliant performance at the National Championships.
Abdul won his first gold medal at the National Paralympics held at Karnataka in year 2015. There was no turning back for Abdul from then. He then exhibited an impressive show at National Paralympics held at Jaipur in 2017.
Talking about his inspiration, Abdul said, “My true inspiration and motivation lies with my mother and father. Especially my father had supported me a lot through my difficult times.” Elaborating more on it, he said, “My coach Raja Rathore did not lose faith in me and trained me with my best skills.”
On asking about becoming one day chairman of the Commission, Abdul said, “I am happy to be a part of the programme.”
Abdul loves to watch movies and he enjoys his studies. For him the happiness of his parents is a priority. “I feel contented when I see my parents happy because of me.” He signed off saying, “I want to bring laurels to my country for which I will do rigorous practice and hard-work.”