Deepa's life took an unexpected turn in the year 1999. She was diagnosed with a spinal tumor. Even after undergoing three surgeries that resulted in almost 200 stitches, she was still left paralyzed below the waist. Since then Deepa is bound to a wheelchair, but the disability couldn't cage her free spirit.

Why is Deepa Malik Paralysed?

The 49-year-old Malik, one of the most decorated athletes in the country, was diagnosed with a spinal tumour in 1999 which left here paralysed below her waist.

What tragedy struck Deepa in 1999?

In 1999 Deepa Malik was diagnosed with a spinal tumor while her husband was fighting in the Kargil war and her one daughter was unwell. This was the beginning of a life full of struggles for her. Deepa underwent 3 spinal surgeries and got 183 stitches between her shoulder blades in a period of 14 years.