Ministry of Labour & Employment
Bhavina Patel, Assistant Director in ESIC, creates
History at ITTF World Para Events in Spokane,
USA
She wins Gold in ITTF World Para Elite event and Silver in
ITTF World Para Future event in Women’s Singles Class 4–5
category
Twin Medal Triumph Lifts Her to No. 1 in ITTF World Para
ranking in Wheelchair (Classes 1 to 5) of Women's single
category of Table Tennis
Posted On: 18 AUG 2025 5:28PM by PIB Delhi
Ms. Bhavina Patel, Assistant Director with the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), Regional
Office, Ahmedabad, has brought immense pride to India by securing top honours at two prestigious
international para table tennis championships, held in Spokane, Washington, USA.
From 9th to 13th August 2025, at the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) World Para Elite
event, Patel delivered a phenomenal performance, clinching the Gold Medal in the Women’s Singles
Class 4–5 category. This victory is the result of her exceptional skill, determination, and strategic play
against some of the best para table tennis players in the world.
Just days earlier, from 6th to 8th August 2025, at the ITTF World Para Future event, also held in
Spokane, Patel had bagged the Silver Medal in the same category, proving her consistency and
competitive edge on the global stage.
With these back-to-back podium finishes, Ms. Bhavina Patel has now risen to the No. 1 position in the
World Rankings for the Women’s Singles in Class 1 to 5 Women's categories in para table tennis — a
landmark moment for Indian sports and a testament to her relentless pursuit of excellence.
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From Silver… to Gold… to World No. 1! 🇮🇳
Heartiest congratulations to Bhavina Patel, Assistant Director at ESIC, for
scripting history at the ITTF World Para Events in Spokane, USA. She now holds
the World No. 1 ranking in Women’s Singles (Wheelchair Classes 1–5) in para
table… pic.twitter.com/ql6rOJx87Q
— Dr Mansukh Mandaviya (@mansukhmandviya) August 18, 2025
Her achievements go beyond individual triumph, serving as a beacon of inspiration for athletes across
the country, especially for those in the para-sports arena, reinforcing the belief that dedication and
resilience can overcome any challenge.
ESIC has always encouraged and supported the participation of its employees in sports and physical
fitness activities as part of its organisational culture. ESIC believes that fostering a sporting spirit among
employees not only contributes to their personal health and well-being but also cultivates values like
discipline, teamwork, and perseverance, which enhance workplace performance. Over the years, ESIC
officials and staff have excelled in various sporting disciplines at national and international levels, with
the organisation providing necessary support in terms of resources, leave, and recognition for sporting
achievements.
Ms. Bhavina Patel’s historic success is a proud example of how ESIC’s support for sports can help
employees balance their professional responsibilities with their passion, enabling them to shine on the
world stage.
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Rini Choudhury/Anjelina Alexander
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