Jiya 1st autistic female to swim across Catalina Channel in US
Jiya 1st autistic female to swim across Catalina Channel in US
Jiya Rai, a 17-year-old Indian para swimmer with Autism Spectrum Disorder, made history by becoming the first female with ASD to successfully swim the treacherous 34-km Catalina Channel solo. She completed the feat in over 15 hours, dedicating her swim to autism awareness. This achievement adds to her accolades, including India's highest honour for young achievers.
Jiya Rai, a 17-year-old Indian para swimmer with Autism Spectrum Disorder, made history by becoming the first female with ASD to successfully swim the treacherous 34-km Catalina Channel solo. She completed the feat in over 15 hours, dedicating her swim to autism awareness. This achievement adds to her accolades, including India's highest honour for young achievers.