WikiPop's Pick · October 3, 2026
India at the 2026 Asian Games
India competed at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi Prefecture, Japan from 19 September to 4 October 2026. This was the country's 20th consecutive appearance in the competition, having made its debut at the inaugural 1951 Asian Games. The Indian contingent consisted of 495 athletes competing in 36 sports. Sports shooter Manu Bhaker and kabaddi player Pawan Sehrawat were the nation's flag-bearers during the opening ceremony. Shooter Neeru Dhanda was the flag-bearer for the closing ceremony. India finished fourth in the medal table with 85 medals including 21 gold, 27 silver, and 37 bronze medals. It was their 2nd best finish ever after the 2022 edition.