Sports
India approves 503-athlete contingent for 2026 Asian Games
The Indian Express1h
THE BRIEF
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The sports ministry approved a 503-athlete contingent comprising 269 men and 234 women across 36 disciplines for the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
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India's squad expanded from an initial 492 following the inclusion of four surfers, six track athletes, and one Mixed Martial Arts fighter.
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The continental event will officially run from September 19 to October 4, backed by a 265-member support group.