PM Modi Congratulates Indian Athletes for Historic Performance at Asian Para Games 2026

New Delhi, October 25 (Daily Kiran) : Prime Minister Narendra Modi has commended the Indian team for their remarkable achievements at the Asian Para Games 2026, held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. He expressed that the para-athletes’ outstanding performance is a moment of pride and joy for the entire country.

On Sunday, Modi took to his official X account to celebrate the team’s success, stating, “Our para-athletes have achieved remarkable success at the recently concluded Asian Para Games 2026. With a record 114 medals, this is India’s best performance in the history of the games. It’s a proud and joyous occasion for the entire nation.”

He congratulated every member of the team for their determination and noted that each athlete has contributed to this historic success, inspiring countless Indians with their achievements.

India sent a contingent of 168 athletes to the Asian Para Games 2026, and they delivered an extraordinary performance. This fifth edition of the games saw India secure a total of 114 medals, including 30 gold, 35 silver, and 49 bronze, placing fourth in the medal tally.

Athletics was the standout discipline, contributing 65 of the total 114 medals. India’s previous best performance in the Asian Para Games was at the last edition in Hangzhou 2023, where they won 108 medals, including 27 gold.

The significance of India’s performance at the 2026 games is heightened by the fact that the team sent 135 fewer athletes compared to the previous edition, yet managed to increase their total medal count by six.

Upon their return, the athletes were greeted with a grand welcome at Delhi Airport, celebrating their historic achievements.