India Shines at Asian Para Games with Javelin Throw Gold and Silver Medals

Nagoya, October 19 (Daily Kiran) : In a remarkable display of talent, Indian athletes Rinku and Ajit Singh secured the top two positions in the men’s javelin throw F46 event at the Asian Para Games 2026 held in Nagoya on October 19. Rinku achieved a stellar throw of 65.11 meters, earning him the gold medal, while Ajit closely followed with a throw of 65.02 meters to claim the silver. Indonesia’s Saktyono R. took home the bronze with a throw of 55.30 meters.

Earlier in the day, Kokila, a silver medalist at the Asian Championships, faced a tough competition against Kyrgyzstan’s Aibike Ulanbek Kyz, who is a two-time medalist at the World and Asian Championships. Kokila suffered a defeat by ‘ippon’ in just 21 seconds, settling for a silver medal.

Kokila had previously won a bronze medal in the women’s J2-48 kg category at the 2022 Asian Para Games. Recent changes to weight categories for the LA 2028 cycling event now see Kokila competing in the 52 kg category.

In addition, at the Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium, Indian athletes Soumya and Radha Venkatesh contributed to the country’s medal tally in para-athletics. Soumya, accompanied by her guide Bharat Kumar, won gold in the women’s 1500 meters T12/T13 final, finishing with a time of 5:12.39 seconds. Radha, guided by Govind Solanki, secured silver with a time of 5:30.90 seconds. Japan’s Mana Sasaki earned the bronze, clocking in at 5:12.15 seconds but with fewer points.

This event highlights India’s growing prowess in para-sports and the remarkable achievements of its athletes on an international stage.