Manisha Ramadass: India's First Female Badminton Medal Winner in Paralympics

Manisha Ramadass Defies Erb’s Palsy To Win India's First Badminton Medal in Paralympics

Producer: Peuli Bakshi

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Manisha Ramadass Defies Erb’s Palsy To Win India's First Badminton Medal in Paralympics

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