PM Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian contingent on the tremendous success at the Asian Para Games 2026 in Nagoya, Japan. India sent 168 athletes for the Asian Para Games, and they returned with a magnificent 114 medals, including 30 golds, 35 silvers and 45 bronze medals. This was the best-ever showing by India in the continental tournament, surpassing the previous best where they won 111 medals, including 29 golds in Hangzhou. PM Modi took to X and lauded the athletes for the record showings, saying that the achievement brought immense pride and joy for the entire nation. "What an extraordinary achievement by our para-athletes at the just-concluded Asian Para Games 2026! With a record 114 medals, this marks India’s best-ever performance at the Games. This is an occasion of immense pride and joy for the entire nation. "I congratulate every member of our contingent for their exceptional determination. Each athlete has contributed to this historic achievement and inspired countless Indians with their accomplishments," PM Modi said on X. Meanwhile, several Indian athletes shattered world record during the record showings. Para athlete Sandeep Kumar shattered the men's 400m T44 world record by clocking an incredible time of 52.28 seconds to win the gold medal. Similarly, Haney set a new world record in the men's javelin throw F37/38 category with a massive throw of 60.49 meters to secure the gold. Mona Agarwal created history by setting a world record in the women's 50m rifle 3 positions SH1 event with a phenomenal score of 357.5 to claim gold, while Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar combined to script a new world record score of 1,402 points during the qualification round of the compound mixed team event. Overall, India finished fourth on the table, behind China, Japan, and Uzbekistan. Faham Uddin is a seasoned sports journalist currently working as a Special Correspondent on the sports desk. With over eight years of diverse experien... View More