The Asian Para Games 2026 concluded in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on October 24, with China topping the medal tally and India recording its best-ever performance at the continental multi-sport event. Held from October 18 to 24, the fifth edition brought together athletes from 45 National Paralympic Committees (NPCs) to compete across 18 sports. The Games featured outstanding performances, record-breaking achievements and historic milestones for Asian para-sport.
India finished fourth in the overall medal standings with 114 medals, including 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze. The country surpassed its previous record of 108 medals at the 2023 Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China, marking another significant step forward for Indian para-sport.
Asian Para Games 2026 Medal Tally
China topped the final medal tally at the Asian Para Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with 207 gold, 117 silver and 111 bronze medals, bringing its total to 435. Host nation Japan finished second with 186 medals, while Uzbekistan secured third place with 145 medals. India ranked fourth with 114 medals, recording its best-ever performance at the continental para-sport event. The Republic of Korea finished fifth with 100 medals.
The final standings reflected China’s continued dominance in para-sport and India’s progress across multiple disciplines. The Games also marked a milestone for the Asian Paralympic movement, with athletes from all 45 participating National Paralympic Committees competing across 18 sports.
| Rank | Country | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
| 1 | China | 207 | 117 | 111 | 435 |
| 2 | Japan | 64 | 60 | 62 | 186 |
| 3 | Uzbekistan | 45 | 49 | 51 | 145 |
| 4 | India | 30 | 35 | 49 | 114 |
| 5 | Republic of Korea | 29 | 38 | 33 | 100 |
Source: Asian Paralympic Committee and official Games reporting.
China secured the most gold medals, while Japan recorded its best-ever gold-medal tally at the Asian Para Games. India’s fourth-place finish surpassed its previous record of 108 medals at the 2023 Hangzhou edition.
India’s Record-Breaking Performance at Asian Para Games 2026
India delivered its strongest-ever campaign at the Asian Para Games, finishing fourth with 114 medals. The contingent won 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze medals, improving on its previous best of 108 medals at Hangzhou 2023.
Para athletics was India’s biggest medal contributor, accounting for 65 medals, including 22 gold, 19 silver and 24 bronze. Para badminton followed with 16 medals, while para swimming contributed 11. Indian athletes also secured seven medals in para table tennis, six in para archery and five in para shooting.
Double gold medallists Nishad Kumar and Mona Agarwal led the Indian contingent as flag-bearers at the closing ceremony. India’s overall performance demonstrated the growing depth of its para-sport programme across track and field, racket sports, shooting and other disciplines.
Asian Para Games 2026: Key Results and Highlights
The Aichi-Nagoya Games produced several historic achievements beyond the overall medal standings.
- China topped the medal table: China finished first for the fifth consecutive Asian Para Games edition, winning 207 gold medals and 435 medals overall.
- Japan achieved a historic campaign: The hosts won 64 gold medals, their best gold-medal tally at the Asian Para Games, and finished second overall.
- Records were broken: Organisers reported 23 world records, 62 Asian records and 243 Asian Para Games records across the 18 sports.
- Zhang Meng dominated para swimming: The Chinese swimmer completed a clean sweep of all eight events she entered, making her the most successful athlete of the Games.
- Tajikistan and Cambodia won their first medals: Both nations recorded historic firsts at the Asian Para Games, expanding the event’s list of medal-winning countries.
The Games also marked a participation milestone, with all 45 National Paralympic Committees represented for the first time in the event’s history. The competition was held under the theme “Imagine One Heart”, highlighting unity and inclusion through sport.
Where Will the Next Asian Para Games Be Held?
The next edition of the Asian Para Games is scheduled to take place in Doha, Qatar, in 2030. The Asian Paralympic Committee flag was handed over to the next host during the closing ceremony in Nagoya, officially marking the transition to the upcoming edition.
Conclusion
The Asian Para Games 2026 concluded with remarkable sporting achievements, historic national milestones and a record-breaking performance by India. China retained its position at the top of the medal table, Japan impressed on home soil, and India secured its highest-ever medal tally with 114 medals. With world, continental and Games records falling across multiple sports, Aichi-Nagoya 2026 reinforced the growing competitiveness and visibility of para-sport in Asia.
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Frequently Asked Questions
China topped the medal tally with 207 gold, 117 silver and 111 bronze medals, totalling 435 medals.
India won 114 medals, including 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze, to finish fourth overall.
The Games took place in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from October 18 to 24, 2026.
The next Asian Para Games are scheduled for Doha, Qatar, in 2030.
