India’s para-athletes delivered a record performance at the 2026 Asian Para Games, winning a total of 114 medals. Overall, 97 Indian athletes contributed to the medal tally, marking the country’s best-ever showing at the event.
State-wise, Haryana led the list with 24 medal-winning athletes, followed by Uttar Pradesh with 13. Tamil Nadu ranked third, with nine athletes securing 14 medals for the state.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the contingent in a public message, calling the achievement a “historic feat” and a moment of pride for the entire nation. He said the medal haul reflected India’s strongest performance in the competition so far.
The Prime Minister also praised the determination of every athlete in the squad, noting that each sportsperson played a role in the milestone and inspired countless Indians through their victories.
