Neeraj Yadav, Three-Time Para Asian Games Gold Medallist, Dies By Suicide
In a tragic turn of events, three-time Asian Para Games gold medallist Neeraj Yadav has reportedly died by suicide. However, it’s not yet clear why the 42-year-old took the extreme step. Neeraj, a wheelchair athlete who competed in the F55 category, according to a report in The Times of India, is said to have consumed poison on Tuesday night. “Yes, Neeraj has died by suicide. That is what I have also come to know. I have been told that he consumed poison at his flat last night. This is extremely unfortunate and tragic," Satyanarayana was quoted as saying by TOI. Neeraj wasn’t part of Indian contingent at the recent Asian Para Games 2026 in Japan due to a doping suspension that made him ineligible to compete at the continental event. Satyanarayana indicated that missing out on the event may have impacted the para-athlete. “He (Neeraj) would have been looking forward to competing at these…