India Sets New Medal Record at Asian Para Games with 114 Medals, Including 30 Gold

India delivered its best-ever performance at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, finishing the competition with 114 medals, including 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze. The achievement surpassed the country’s previous record of 111 medals at the 2022 Hangzhou edition and marked a new high in its gold-medal tally. The country also improved on its previous best of 29 gold medals, reflecting the progress made by Indian para-athletes at the continental level.

Para-athletics emerged as India’s leading contributor, accounting for 65 medals. The tally included 22 gold, 19 silver and 24 bronze medals, highlighting the discipline’s central role in the country’s overall success. Para-badminton was another important contributor, securing 16 medals, while para-swimming added 11.

Several athletes also delivered record-breaking performances during the Games. Sandeep Kumar set a world record in the men’s 400-metre T64 event, clocking 52.28 seconds to claim gold. His performance added to India’s growing list of standout achievements at the competition.

Haney produced another world-record effort in the men’s javelin F37/38 final, recording a throw of 60.49 metres. Mona Agarwal also achieved a world-record performance in the women’s 50-metre rifle three positions SH1 event, securing another gold medal for India.

The results reflected the contribution of athletes from different sporting backgrounds and the country’s ability to compete across track and field, racket sports and shooting events. Their performances helped India improve its overall medal count while setting new benchmarks in individual competitions.

India’s 114-medal haul represents a significant milestone in its Asian Para Games history. The combination of gold-medal victories, podium finishes and world-record performances has strengthened the country’s standing in para-sports and provided a platform for further progress in international competitions. With a new national benchmark established, India’s performance in Aichi-Nagoya stands as a landmark achievement in its para-sporting journey.