Differently-Abled Man Clinches Gold In Gujarat Weightlifting Competition, Then Gautam Adani Posts This
For Ashok, it wasn't just about lifting weights but also lifting spirits, redefining possibilities, and inspiring a nation. On June 29, Ashok did the unthinkable as he clinched a gold medal in the Gujarat State Bench Press & Deadlift Championship, while competing in the general category, and brought the ultimate prize home.
Mr. Gautam Adani, the chairman of the Adani Group, also lauded Ashok for his generation-inspiring achievement.
"Adanian Ashok Parmar did not need a separate category. He stood shoulder to shoulder with every competitor in the Gujarat State Bench Press & Deadlift Championship and walked away with Gold. Yes, Ashok is a Differently Abled Adanian. But then, we don't ask for exceptions - we redefine what's possible," he posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Adanian Ashok Parmar did not need a separate category. He stood shoulder to shoulder with every competitor in the Gujarat State Bench Press & Deadlift Championship and walked away with Gold.
Yes, Ashok is a Differently Abled Adanian. But then, we don't ask for exceptions - we… pic.twitter.com/ccKsI06Vdk
— Gautam Adani (@gautam_adani) July 1, 2025
Along with he post, Mr. Gautam Adani also shared a video, giving a glimpse into Ashok's determination that fetched him the ultimate prize in the competition.
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