Aichi-Nagoya, Oct. 26 -- Following his incredible Asian Para Games campaign, which saw him win two gold medals, Indian Paralympics medalist Nishad Kumar reflected on his process of learning the discipline of long jump ahead of the continental showpiece and the pride he brought on his parents' faces with his performances.

Nishad, also India's flag-bearer in the closing ceremony of the Asian Para Games, began his campaign with gold in the men's long jump T47, registering a best effort of 7.11 metres despite making his international debut in the discipline. The high jump specialist followed it up with another gold in the men's high jump T47, clearing 2.04 metres to set a new Games record.

With the double-gold performance, Nishad joined the...