The Tehran Times reported that he was selected in this position based on the recommendation of Garfour Cargari, president of the Iranian National Paralympic Committee (NPC).
Iran aims to promote paralympic sports and support individuals with disabilities by launching the Paralympic movement.
The NPC celebrates the day of the National Paralympics every year and marks the 17th opportunity in October 2024.
This event was held for the first time nationwide in 2003. Following the previous edition success and positive feedback from last year’s Paralympic Week, this day was officially included in the national calendar in 2014.
Thousands of young people with disabilities and visual impairments participated nationwide, tried various sports, and met the Paraastre in Iran. This week was supported by the Agitos Foundation, the development department of the International Paralympic Committee, and provided funds through a subsidy support program.
During the National Paralympic Week, athletes have introduced, promoted personal sports with disabilities in schools, universities, media, and their families, and promoted the concept of sports for everyone.
Wilfried Remke, a special advisor to the UN Secretary -General of Sports for Development and Peace, participated in an event held in Azadi Stadium in Tehran in 2014.
Iran’s Parastrit has won a total of 185 medals (75 gold, 58 silver, 52 bronze) in all the editions of the Paralympics.
MNA