Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with members of the Indian contingent that participated in the Asian Para Games 2026 at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex in New Delhi on Thursday, November 5. The Prime Minister will also address the gathering during the programme scheduled to begin at around 4:30 PM.
The interaction will provide an opportunity to recognise and appreciate the achievements of Indian para-athletes who delivered the country’s best-ever performance at the continental sporting event held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
India secured an impressive 114 medals, including 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze, at the 2026 edition of the Asian Para Games. A total of 97 Indian para-athletes contributed to this historic medal tally, marking a significant milestone in the country’s para-sports journey.
With this achievement, India surpassed its previous best performance of 108 medals, including 27 gold, recorded at the 2023 Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China. The country also crossed the 100-medal mark for the second consecutive edition, reflecting the growing strength and competitiveness of Indian athletes in para-sports.
The programme will be attended by medal-winning athletes, coaches, officials from the Paralympic Committee of India and the Indian Olympic Association, representatives of National Sports Federations, and officials from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
India’s remarkable performance at the Games highlights the dedication, determination and sporting excellence of its para-athletes, who competed across multiple disciplines to bring laurels to the country.
The interaction is expected to acknowledge not only the achievements of the athletes but also the contribution of coaches, support staff and sports administrators who played an important role in preparing the contingent for the international competition.
The record-breaking medal haul marks another important step in India’s efforts to strengthen its para-sports ecosystem, promote sporting opportunities and encourage aspiring athletes across the country.
The Prime Minister’s interaction will also provide a platform to celebrate the achievements of the contingent and recognise the contribution of para-athletes in bringing international recognition to India.
