Top Para Athlete Neeraj Yadav Dies by Suicide
The three-time Asian Para Games gold medallist was suspected to have consumed poison, and a postmortem is underway at GTB Hospital.
- Three-Time Asian Para Games gold medallist Neeraj Yadav allegedly died by suicide at a Delhi flat on Tuesday night; a postmortem examination was underway at GTB Hospital on Wednesday.
- The 42-year-old F55 category athlete is suspected to have consumed poison, according to reports; circumstances surrounding Yadav's death remain under investigation.
- Yadav won gold in the Men Javelin F55 at the Jakarta Asian Para Games in 2018, then secured two more gold medals at the Hangzhou Games in 2023.
- His achievements elevated India's profile in international para-athletics, leaving the sporting community mourning; Yadav competed across javelin, discus, and shotput throughout his career.
- Assistance for those experiencing suicidal thoughts is available via Tamil Nadu State health helpline 104, Tele-MANAS 14416, and Sneha prevention helpline 044-24640050.
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Indian para-athlete Neeraj Yadav, who won three gold medals at the Asian Para Games, has died at the age of 42. According to PTI, he reportedly consumed poison at home. He was unable to participate in this month's Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games due to a doping suspension. A post-mortem examination is underway at a Delhi hospital.
Three-time para Asian Games gold medallist Neeraj Yadav dies by suicide, consumed poison
The 42-year-old athlete, who competed in the F55 category, was reportedly experiencing emotional distress after missing the Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya earlier this month due to a doping suspension.
Asian Para Games gold medallist Neeraj Yadav dies by suicide - The Tribune
Asian Para Games gold medallist Neeraj Yadav has allegedly died by suicide after consuming poison at his residence, with a post-mortem examination under way at a Delhi hospital on Wednesday. S Satyanarayana, head coach of the Indian para-athletics team, confirmed the incident, saying he had learnt of the tragedy but that Yadav’s body was still […]
Neeraj Yadav Dies: Three-Time Para Games Gold Medallist Passes Away After Alleged Self-Harm | 🏆 LatestLY
Indian para-athletics is reeling from the tragic news of three-time Asian Para Games gold medallist Neeraj Yadav's death by suicide. The 42-year-old athlete, who clinched golds in javelin and discus, was found dead at his Delhi flat on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, suspected to have consumed poison. 🏆 Neeraj Yadav Dies: Three-Time Para Games Gold Medallist Passes Away After Alleged Self-Harm.
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