India, Oct. 20 -- Indian para-powerlifter Jhandu Kumar is set to compete in the men's up to 72kg final at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games on Tuesday, October 20. The 29-year-old from Harnaut village in Bihar's Nalanda district has taken an inspiring route to the international stage. Before establishing himself in para-powerlifting, Kumar sold vegetables and drove an e-rickshaw to support himself and fund his sporting ambitions. His determination was evident in 2023, when he reportedly sold his e-rickshaw to cover travel and dietary expenses for the National Championships.

Kumar arrives in Japan after a significant breakthrough at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, where he won bronze in the men's heavyweight para-powerlifting...