Tajikistan’s historic Asian Para Games silver medal earns international praise

Tajikistan’s first-ever medal at the Asian Para Games, won by para judoka Shohrukh Nazarov in Japan, has drawn international recognition. Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) President Rashid Majid congratulated the country on the historic achievement, praising its athletes and contribution to the development of Paralympic sport.
In an official message to Mahmoud Amonzoda, president of the Paralympic Committee of Tajikistan (PCT), Majid congratulated the country’s athletes, coaches and delegation on their performance at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games.
He described Nazarov’s silver medal as the result of years of hard work, determination and commitment by athletes and sports specialists.
According to a PCT representative who spoke to Asia-Plus, Majid also highlighted Tajikistan’s role in promoting Paralympic sport in the region, saying the national team’s achievements could inspire athletes and people with disabilities across Asia and beyond.
The APC president praised Tajikistan’s efforts to train athletes and expand sporting opportunities for people with disabilities.
He also expressed hope for closer cooperation with the Tajik Paralympic Committee in developing sports infrastructure, supporting athletes and improving access to international competitions.

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