Rinku (athlete)

Rinku Hooda (born 1 January 1999) is an Indian para javelin thrower who competes in the F46 category. He a member of the Indian team at the 2016 Summer Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. He is currently being supported by the OGQ

Early life and background
Originally from a small village on the outskirts of Dhamar, Rohtak, Haryana, Rinku was introduced to the sport of Javelin by fellow Indian para athlete Amit Kumar Saroha. As a young boy, he had lost his left arm in an accident involving a fan blade.

Career
Rinku competed in Rio in the same category as fellow Indian Para athlete and 2004 Paralympic Games Gold medallist Devendra Jhajharia. He came fifth, securing a new personal best of 54.39m.

Achievements
Paralympics World Championships