Asian Para Games 2026: India Creates History with Record 114 Medals

Brief By Newsbrief / 6:53 PM on 24 Oct 2026

Nagoya: India delivered its best-ever performance at the Asian Para Games 2026, winning a record 114 medals as the week-long competition concluded in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on Friday. The Indian contingent secured 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze medals, surpassing its previous record of 111 medals at the 2023 edition in Hangzhou, China.

The closing ceremony was held at the Mizuho Park Athletics Stadium in Nagoya. Double gold medallists Nishad Kumar and Mona Agarwal carried the Indian flag, representing the country's successful campaign. Around 4,000 athletes and support staff from 45 countries and territories participated in the event.

Para athletics emerged as India's strongest discipline, contributing 65 medals. Indian athletes also performed impressively in para badminton, winning 16 medals. Para shooting and para archery further strengthened India's medal tally, with athletes securing gold and silver medals in several events.

President Droupadi Murmu congratulated the Indian contingent on its historic achievement, praising the athletes' hard work, determination and confidence. She said their success would inspire young people to dream big and overcome challenges.

India's record medal haul marks a significant milestone for the country's para-sports movement and highlights the growing competitiveness of Indian athletes on the international stage.

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