India Caps Para Badminton Campaign With Three Golds at Asian Para Games

India's para badminton contingent delivered an impressive closing statement to their Asian Para Games campaign on Friday, securing three additional gold medals on the competition's final day. The strong showing underscored India's growing dominance in adaptive badminton at the continental level.

Paris Paralympic champion Nitesh Kumar played a central role in India's medal haul, leading the charge alongside debutant Naveen Sivakumar, who made an impressive first appearance at the Games. The duo's performances highlighted the depth of talent within India's para badminton programme.

With the three golds added to earlier medal wins, India concluded its badminton campaign with a total of 16 medals, cementing its position as a medal powerhouse at the regional championships. The strong performance across multiple categories demonstrates the development pathway India has established for elite para badminton athletes.

The success at the Asian Para Games continues India's trajectory in adaptive badminton following strong performances at the Paralympic Games and other international competitions. The diversity of medalists, from established champions to emerging talent, suggests continued strength for the Indian team in future competitions.