Nishad Kumar and Mona Agarwal to Lead India at Asian Para Games Closing Ceremony

Nishad Kumar and Mona Agarwal, both double gold medalists, will lead India's contingent at the closing ceremony of the 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya. Nishad excelled in para-athletics, winning gold in both the men's long jump and high jump, while Mona made headlines in shooting with record-breaking performances. Their achievements not only highlight their individual talents but also bring pride to India at this prestigious event. Discover more about their inspiring journeys and the significance of their victories.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 23, 2026, 18:40 IST

Flag Bearers for the Closing Ceremony

Nishad Kumar and Mona Agarwal, both double gold medalists, will proudly carry the flag during the closing ceremony of the 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya on Saturday. Their remarkable achievements in para-athletics and shooting have earned them this honor, with each athlete securing two gold medals at the event.

Nishad Kumar's Dominant Performance

Nishad kicked off his competition with a gold medal in the men's long jump T47, achieving a remarkable distance of 7.11 meters, marking his debut in this event. He followed this success with another gold in the men's high jump T47, where he cleared 2.04 meters, setting a new Games record. With this outstanding performance, Nishad became the third Indian athlete to win two gold medals in a single edition of the Asian Para Games, joining the ranks of para-runner Ankur Dhama and armless archer Sheetal Devi.

Mona Agarwal's Record-Breaking Campaign

Mona Agarwal began India's medal tally in shooting by clinching gold in the women's 10m air rifle standing SH1, achieving a Games-record score of 250.0 points, narrowly defeating her fellow countrywoman Avani Lekhara by 0.4 points. In a thrilling final, Mona made a stunning comeback from sixth place to secure the title, while Avani, a two-time Paralympic champion, took home the silver, resulting in a one-two finish for India.

Continuing her impressive streak, the bronze medalist from the 2024 Paris Paralympics won gold in the women's 50m rifle 3 Positions SH1 on October 23, with a world-record score of 357.5 points. This score surpassed the previous world record of 356, held by Sweden's Anna Benson since July 2026, marking her second gold medal of the Games. These victories further solidify Mona's status as one of India's top para-shooters.

Celebrating Achievements

With both Nishad and Mona securing two gold medals each, they will represent India's contingent at the closing ceremony, highlighting their significant accomplishments at this prestigious continental event.

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