{"id":129629,"date":"2026-10-19T12:58:30","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T07:28:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/?p=129629"},"modified":"2026-10-19T12:58:30","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T07:28:30","slug":"asian-para-games-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/asian-para-games-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Asian Para Games 2026, Dates, Host City, Sports, India’s Performance"},"content":{"rendered":"

5th Asian Para Games 2026<\/b> are taking place in <\/span>Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from 18 to 24 October 2026<\/b>. The event brings together para-athletes from across Asia who compete in different sports and showcase their talent, hard work and determination.<\/span><\/p>\n

India has made an encouraging start to the competition. On 19 October 2026, Indian para-shooters <\/span>Mona Agarwal<\/b> and <\/span>Avani Lekhara<\/b> won gold and silver medals, respectively, in a rifle shooting event. Mona Agarwal also set a new <\/span>Asian Para Games record<\/b> with a score of 250.0.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Games are an important opportunity for athletes with disabilities to compete at the international level and inspire more people to take part in sports.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Are the Asian Para Games?<\/b><\/h2>\n

The <\/span>Asian Para Games<\/b> are a major multi-sport event for athletes with eligible disabilities from Asian countries and territories. The event is organised under the <\/span>Asian Paralympic Committee (APC)<\/b> and provides a platform for para-athletes to compete against some of the best players in the continent.<\/span><\/p>\n

Like other international sporting events, the Asian Para Games feature several competitions, including athletics, swimming, badminton, archery and shooting. However, these sports follow specific rules and classification systems to ensure fair competition among athletes with different eligible impairments.<\/span><\/p>\n

Asian Para Games 2026 Key Highlights<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Asian Para Games 2026 Key Highlights<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Particular<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Details<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Official name<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Edition<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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5th Asian Para Games<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Host country<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Japan<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Host city<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Nagoya<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Host region<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Aichi Prefecture<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dates<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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18-24 October 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Organising body<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Asian Paralympic Committee<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Number of sports<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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18<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Participating delegations<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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45 National Paralympic Committees<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Motto<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Imagine One Heart<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Mascot<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Uzumin<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Previous edition<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Hangzhou, China, 2023<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Next edition<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Tashkent, Uzbekistan, 2029<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Asian Para Games 2026 Host City<\/b><\/h2>\n

The <\/span>Asian Para Games 2026<\/b> are being hosted by <\/span>Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya City in Japan<\/b>. Nagoya is one of Japan’s major industrial centres and is known for its manufacturing industries, technology and transport network.<\/span><\/p>\n

Motto of Asian Para Games 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n

The official motto of the Games is <\/span>\u201cImagine One Heart.\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n

The motto highlights the idea that sports can bring people together, regardless of their background or physical abilities. It reflects the values of unity, respect, determination and inclusion.<\/span><\/p>\n

For para-athletes, the Games are also an opportunity to show that a disability does not define a person’s potential. Their performances demonstrate the importance of equal opportunities, proper training and access to sporting facilities.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mascot of Asian Para Games 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n

The official mascot of the <\/span>Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games<\/b> is <\/span>Uzumin<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

The mascot’s design draws inspiration from flowing water and the traditional Japanese <\/span>shachihoko<\/span><\/i>, a mythical creature commonly associated with Japanese castle roofs. It reflects the region’s identity and the spirit of the Games.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sports in Asian Para Games 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n

Asian Para Games 2026 feature 18 sports<\/b>. The programme includes individual and team competitions for athletes with different eligible impairments.<\/span><\/p>\n

The sports included in the programme are:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Para Archery<\/b><\/li>\n
  2. Para Athletics<\/b><\/li>\n
  3. Para Badminton<\/b><\/li>\n
  4. Blind Football<\/b><\/li>\n
  5. Boccia<\/b><\/li>\n
  6. Para Cycling<\/b><\/li>\n
  7. Goalball<\/b><\/li>\n
  8. Para Judo<\/b><\/li>\n
  9. Para Powerlifting<\/b><\/li>\n
  10. Shooting Para Sport<\/b><\/li>\n
  11. Para Swimming<\/b><\/li>\n
  12. Para Table Tennis<\/b><\/li>\n
  13. Para Taekwondo<\/b><\/li>\n
  14. Sitting Volleyball<\/b><\/li>\n
  15. Wheelchair Basketball<\/b><\/li>\n
  16. Wheelchair Fencing<\/b><\/li>\n
  17. Wheelchair Rugby<\/b><\/li>\n
  18. Wheelchair Tennis<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Asian Para Games 2026 Latest Updates<\/b><\/h2>\n

    sian Para Games 2026<\/b> are currently underway, with athletes competing for medals across the 18 sports.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The key developments as of 19 October 2026 include:<\/span><\/p>\n