PM Modi to meet Asian Para Games 2026 contingent at 4.30 pm Thursday
Synopsis
India's para-athletes returned from Aichi-Nagoya, Japan with a record 114 medals — 30 gold, 35 silver, 49 bronze — shattering their own 2023 benchmark. PM Modi will meet the contingent at Indira Gandhi Sports Complex on Thursday at 4.30 pm, in what is shaping up as a landmark moment for para-sports in India.
Key Takeaways
PM Modi will interact with the Asian Para Games 2026 contingent at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex , New Delhi , at 4.30 pm on Thursday, 5 November 2026 .
India finished with a record 114 medals — 30 gold , 35 silver , 49 bronze — at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan .
The tally surpassed India's previous best of 108 medals at the 2023 Hangzhou edition; it marks the second consecutive time India has crossed the 100-medal mark.
Sumit Antil defended his javelin gold, Simran Sharma set Games records in the 100m and 200m T12, and Mona Agarwal won shooting gold with record scores.
Jehan Dorab Madan , aged 50 , became India's oldest medallist at the Asian Para Games after winning bronze in para-table tennis.
India also secured two shooting quota places for the 2028 Summer Paralympics in Los Angeles .
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with the Indian contingent that participated in the Asian Para Games 2026 at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex, New Delhi, at around 4.30 pm on Thursday, 5 November 2026. The event will also see Modi address the gathering in what is expected to be a formal felicitation of the country's record-breaking para-sport campaign.
India's Historic Medal Haul at Aichi-Nagoya
India recorded its best-ever performance at the Asian Para Games 2026, held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, finishing with a total of 114 medals — comprising 30 gold, 35 silver, and 49 bronze. The tally surpassed the previous national best of 108 medals, including 27 gold, set at the 2023 edition in Hangzhou, China. India also crossed the 100-medal mark for the second consecutive edition, underlining the country's growing stature in para-sports.
Who Will Attend the Felicitation
The programme at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex will be attended by the athletes, coaches, and officials, alongside representatives from the Paralympic Committee of India, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), National Sports Federations, and officials from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The occasion doubles as both a formal recognition and a moment to build momentum for India's growing para-sports ecosystem.
Discipline-wise Breakdown of Medals
Para-athletics was the single largest contributor to the medal tally, delivering 65 medals — including 22 gold, 19 silver, and 24 bronze. Para-badminton followed with 16 medals (3 gold, 5 silver, 8 bronze), while para-swimming added 11 medals (3 silver, 8 bronze). Para-archery contributed 6 medals including 3 gold, and shooting added 5 medals with 2 gold. India also collected 7 bronze in para-table tennis, 2 silver in powerlifting, and 2 medals in judo (1 silver, 1 bronze).
Standout Performers of the Campaign
Javelin thrower Sumit Antil successfully defended his gold medal in the men's F42-F44/F61-F64 category and was part of a podium sweep, showcasing India's depth in the discipline. Sprinter Simran Sharma was another headline act, winning gold in both the women's 100m and 200m T12 events while setting Games records in both. Shooter Mona Agarwal claimed gold in the women's 50m rifle three positions SH1 event with record scores, and India also secured two quota places in shooting for the 2028 Summer Paralympics. Jehan Dorab Madan, aged 50, became India's oldest medallist at the Games after winning bronze in para-table tennis — a milestone that added a human dimension to an already record-setting campaign.
What Comes Next
Thursday's interaction with Prime Minister Modi is expected to energise the Indian para-sports community heading into the next global cycle. With two shooting quotas already secured for the 2028 Summer Paralympics in Los Angeles and a record medal haul in hand, India's para-athletes are emerging as a consistent force on the global stage.
Point of View
And the depth across disciplines — from javelin to shooting to swimming — suggests the pipeline is real. Modi's felicitation is good optics, but the more meaningful question is whether Thursday's gathering will also yield policy commitments: increased stipends, better classification support, and a national talent identification programme for para-athletes aged under 18, which remains underdeveloped. The 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics are two years away, and the two shooting quotas already secured show what structured investment can achieve.
NationPress
4 Nov 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where will PM Modi meet the Asian Para Games 2026 contingent?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with the Indian contingent at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex in New Delhi at around 4.30 pm on Thursday, 5 November 2026. He will also address the gathering at the event.
How did India perform at the Asian Para Games 2026?
India recorded its best-ever performance at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, winning 114 medals — 30 gold, 35 silver, and 49 bronze. This surpassed the previous national best of 108 medals set at the 2023 Hangzhou edition.
Who were the standout Indian performers at the 2026 Asian Para Games?
Javelin thrower Sumit Antil defended his gold in the F42-F44/F61-F64 category, while sprinter Simran Sharma won gold and set Games records in both the 100m and 200m T12 events. Shooter Mona Agarwal claimed gold with record scores in the women's 50m rifle three positions SH1 event.
Which sport contributed the most medals to India's tally?
Para-athletics was the biggest contributor with 65 medals, including 22 gold, 19 silver, and 24 bronze. Para-badminton followed with 16 medals, and para-swimming added 11.
Did India secure any quota places for the 2028 Paralympics?
Yes, India secured two quota places in shooting for the 2028 Summer Paralympics in Los Angeles during the 2026 Asian Para Games campaign. This adds direct qualification value to the record medal haul.
