Prime Minister Narendra Modi met members of the Indian contingent that participated in the Asian Games 2026, following the conclusion of the continental sporting event in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The meeting
brought together Indian athletes who represented the country across multiple sporting disciplines at one of Asia’s biggest multi-sport competitions.
India finished fourth in the Asian Games 2026 medal tally, securing an impressive total of 85 medals. The Indian contingent won 21 gold medals, 27 silver medals and 37 bronze medals during the competition, highlighting the country’s continued presence among Asia’s leading sporting nations.
#WATCH | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the Indian contingent that participated in the Asian Games 2026
India finished fourth in the medal tally at the Asian Games held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, winning 85 medals, including 21 gold, 27 silver, and 37 bronze.
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India finishes fourth in Asian Games 2026 medal tally
The Indian athletes delivered performances across different disciplines to help the country secure 85 medals at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. The tally included 21 gold medals, demonstrating India’s ability to compete for top honours against some of the strongest sporting nations in the continent.
The 27 silver medals and 37 bronze medals further contributed to India’s overall performance, with athletes earning podium finishes across several events. Finishing fourth in the overall standings underlined the depth of talent in the Indian sporting contingent.
PM Modi meets Indian athletes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s interaction with the athletes highlighted the significance of recognising Indian sportspersons who represented the country on the international stage. Such meetings provide an opportunity to acknowledge the dedication, discipline and preparation required to compete at a major multi-sport event.
The Asian Games remain an important platform for Indian athletes to test themselves against elite competition and build momentum ahead of future international tournaments, including the Olympic Games.
India’s 85-medal finish in Aichi-Nagoya will be an important reference point as the country’s sporting administrators and athletes continue working towards improving performances at major international competitions.
With 21 gold, 27 silver and 37 bronze medals, India’s campaign at the Asian Games 2026 concluded with a fourth-place finish in the medal standings, reflecting the efforts of athletes who represented the nation across the competition.
