Nishad wins gold in high jump and long jump, while Mona sets a world record with her second shooting gold

New Delhi, October 23(HS): India’s star para-athlete Nishad Kumar and para-shooter Mona Agarwal have been selected as the flag-bearers of the Indian contingent for the closing ceremony of the 2026 Asian Para Games. Both athletes delivered outstanding performances at the Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, winning two gold medals each.

Nishad Kumar clinched gold in the men’s high jump T47 event with a leap of 2.04 metres, setting a new Games record. He also secured the gold medal in the men’s long jump T47 event. With two gold medals to his credit, Nishad added another significant achievement to his distinguished sporting career.

Meanwhile, Mona Agarwal brought further glory to India by winning two gold medals in para-shooting. She claimed gold in the women’s 10-metre air rifle standing SH1 event, setting a new Asian Para Games record. She subsequently won her second gold medal in the women’s 50-metre rifle three positions SH1 event, registering a world-record score of 357.5 points.

The selection of both athletes to carry the Tricolour at the closing ceremony marks a proud moment for the Indian contingent. Their outstanding performances have been among the major highlights of India’s campaign at the 2026 Asian Para Games.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar