Deepa Malik, an Indian athlete, began her career at the age of 30. She is known for her unwavering spirit, never bowing down to adversity, and facing life’s challenges head-on. While most women might experience mid-life crises, Deepa was achieving remarkable feats, proudly holding a medal in her hand.

Deepa Malik Biography

Deepa Malik broke numerous stereotypes and made history by becoming the first Indian to win a medal at the Paralympics. Her remarkable achievements include being the first Indian woman to secure a medal in the Paralympic Games, where she won a silver medal in the shot put at the 2016 Summer Paralympics. She accomplished this feat in the women’s shot-put F-53 event with an impressive lifetime personal best performance of 4.61 meters (461 cms.).Deepa’s journey to success was not without challenges. After undergoing surgery, she dedicated herself to rigorous physiotherapy for nearly six years. It was at the age of 30 that she decided to embark on a career in sports, breaking the norms and proving that age is no barrier to greatness.

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Deepa Malik Young Age Picture

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Deepa Malik with her Husband (Bikram Singh) and Daughters

Family

Residing with her parents and brother, Vikram Nagpal, Deepa Malik’s father, Balkrishan Nagpal, served as an Army Personnel, while her mother’s name is Veena Nagpal.

Age

She was born on Wednesday, 30 September 1970 in Bhaiswal, Sonipat District, Haryana. Currently, she is 52 years old.

Education

She completed her schooling at Calcutta’s Kendriya Vidyalaya and pursued her graduation at Sophia College, Ajmer, where she obtained her degree in English Literature.

Husband & Children

She got married to her boyfriend ‘Bikram Singh’ on 27 June 1989. He is an Indian Army Officer. They are blessed with two daughters- Ambika Malik and Devika Malik.

Career

At the age of 36, Deepa Malik decided to embark on a career in sports and began participating in various athletic events, including Shot Put, Javelin Throw, and Discus Throw. Through her dedication and hard work, she competed healthily in both national and international competitions, bringing honor to India by securing medals in several events. Notably, she won a silver medal at the 2016 Paralympic Games, showcasing her exceptional talent and determination.

Deepa’s pursuit of sports did not end with athletics. She also ventured into motorsport with a mission to raise awareness about the capabilities of physically disabled individuals. By obtaining a motorsport license, she aimed to prove that the physically challenged could be independent and self-reliant. Her determination and achievements in motorsport are truly commendable.

Awards List

• 2007: Rotary Women of the year award
• 2009: Naari Gaurav Puraskar
• 2009: Rashtra Gaurav Puraskar
• 2012: Arjuna Award
• 2014: Limca people of the year award
• 2017: Padma Shri Award
• 2019: Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award

Medals Won

• Paralympic Games, Rio (2016): Secured a Silver Medal in Shot Put.
• IWAS World Games (2009): Won a Bronze medal in Shot Put.
• Incheon Asian Para Games (2014): Earned a Silver medal in women’s 53–54 Javelin throw.
• Asian Para Games, Jakarta (2018): Earned 2 Bronze Medals – one in F53/F54 Category in Javelin Throw, and another in F51/52/53 Category in Discus Throw.
• Accomplishments in Athletics:
• Para-Asian Games China (Dec 2010): Earned a Bronze Medal
• IPC World Athletics Championship (Jan 2011): Secured a Silver Medal.
• IWAS World Games Sharjah (Dec 2011): Achieved Two Bronze Medals.

Net Worth

The net worth is ₹100 crore.

Records List

• 2008: Swimming in River Yamuna Against The Current For 1 km. Allahabad
• 2009: Riding Special Bike
• 2011: Driving Across Nine High Altitude Passes in Nine Days on Leh-Ladakh Highest Motorable Roads
• 2013: Longest Pan-India drive done by a paraplegic woman (Chennai-Delhi 3278 km)
• IPC Asian Record In Javelin F-53 Category
• Three National Records In S-1 Swimming Category (Back Stroke, Breast Stroke, and FreeStyle)
• Three National Records In Throws (Discus, Javelin, and Shot-put) In F-53 Category

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