Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to meet India’s Asian Games contingent in New Delhi on October 15, 2026. The interaction will recognise the achievements of Indian athletes following the country’s fourth-place finish with 85 medals at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.
New Delhi, October 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with Indian athletes who represented the country at the recently concluded Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Thursday, October 15. The programme will recognise the efforts of the players, coaches and support staff who contributed to India’s campaign at the continental sporting event.
According to information released by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), the event is scheduled to begin at approximately 4:30 PM at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. The Prime Minister will also address the gathering during the programme.
India Secures Fourth Position at Asian Games
India finished fourth in the overall medal standings at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, collecting 85 medals across various sporting disciplines.
The country’s final tally included 21 gold medals, 27 silver medals and 37 bronze medals. This performance continued India’s run of finishing among the top five nations at the Asian Games for a second consecutive edition.
However, India’s overall medal count was lower than its historic achievement at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games, where the contingent won a record 106 medals.
Despite the difference in the total medal tally, the latest campaign provided Indian athletes with another opportunity to compete against Asia’s leading sporting nations.
Who Will Attend PM Modi’s Asian Games Programme?
The October 15 event is expected to bring together athletes and representatives from several organisations involved in Indian sports.
Members of the Indian contingent, coaches, support staff and officials of the Indian Olympic Association are expected to participate. Representatives from National Sports Federations and officials from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports will also attend.
The programme will highlight the collective contribution of athletes and the wider sporting community to India’s performance at the Asian Games.
PM Modi to Address Indian Athletes in New Delhi
During the interaction, Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to address the gathering and recognise the efforts of the Indian contingent. The programme will focus on the country’s sporting achievements and the contribution of athletes who represented India at the international level.
The event at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium is scheduled for Thursday afternoon, bringing together players and sports officials to mark India’s participation in the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.
India’s Asian Games Performance in Numbers
- Overall position: Fourth
- Total medals: 85
- Gold medals: 21
- Silver medals: 27
- Bronze medals: 37
- Previous edition: Hangzhou Asian Games 2023, where India won 106 medals
The meeting is expected to provide an opportunity to acknowledge the dedication and efforts of India’s athletes, coaches and support personnel following their performances at the continental event.
