Mumbai, Maharashtra: In a remarkable display of courage, determination, and indomitable spirit, Lt. Col. Dharamdatt Goel from Mumbai, Maharashtra, has been officially included in the prestigious World Book of Records. He achieved this extraordinary recognition for becoming the first Indian to ski on a prosthetic leg, successfully covering a distance of 250 meters at Haws, Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir, India, on 26 March 2022. His achievement stands as a powerful testament to resilience and unwavering dedication, inspiring countless individuals across the nation.
Skiing on challenging snow terrain is a demanding feat even for able-bodied athletes. Accomplishing this milestone with a prosthetic leg highlights Lt. Col. Goel’s exceptional courage, physical endurance, and mental strength. His record-setting performance at Gulmarg, one of India’s premier skiing destinations, has set a historic benchmark. Congratulating him on this outstanding accomplishment, Santosh Shukla, CEO of World Book of Records, praised his determination and described the feat as a shining example of human willpower overcoming physical limitations.
Virendra Sharma, five-time Member of Parliament from the United Kingdom and senior leader of the Labour Party, extended his heartfelt congratulations, applauding Lt. Col. Goel for inspiring people globally with his extraordinary achievement. Adding to the accolades, Wilhelm Jezler and Poonam Jezler, Zurich, Switzerland-based Patrons of the World Book of Records, conveyed their warm wishes and admiration for his historic accomplishment.
Lt. Col. Dharamdatt Goel’s achievement is not only a personal milestone but also a proud moment for Maharashtra and the entire nation. His journey exemplifies that true strength lies in courage, perseverance, and the refusal to accept limitations. His inspiring feat will continue to motivate generations to believe that with determination and grit, no challenge is insurmountable.
