New Delhi, 23 October (H.S.): India concluded its campaign at the 2026 Asian Para Games with a record haul of 114 medals, finishing fourth in the overall medal standings. The Indian contingent secured 30 gold, 34 silver and 49 bronze medals, surpassing its overall medal tally from the previous edition in 2023.

India wrapped up its campaign on Friday by winning 26 medals, including nine gold, although the official closing ceremony of the Games is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 24.

### India Surpasses Previous Medal Record

At the 2023 edition, India won 111 medals, comprising 29 gold, 31 silver and 51 bronze. This time, the contingent improved its overall tally by three medals, winning one more gold and three more silver medals than in the previous edition, while its bronze medal count declined by two.

The performance reflects India's continued participation and competitiveness across a range of para-sports disciplines. Indian athletes won medals in events including archery, athletics, badminton, shooting and swimming, contributing to the country's overall tally.

### China Leads the Medal Standings

China topped the medal table with 427 medals, comprising 204 gold, 115 silver and 108 bronze. Japan finished second with 185 medals, including 63 gold, 60 silver and 62 bronze, while Uzbekistan secured third place with 145 medals, comprising 45 gold, 49 silver and 51 bronze.

India finished fourth with 114 medals, marking an improvement on its overall medal tally from the 2023 edition.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar