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India secures four medals on day two of Asian Games

India's medal tally reached six after the second day of competition at the Asian Games, with athletes claiming three silver medals and one bronze on Wednesday. Stronger performances are expected in the coming days as the Games progress.

LSN India · 21 September 2026

India secures four medals on day two of Asian Games

India added four medals to its Asian Games haul on the competition's second day, bolstering the country's overall tally to six medals through two days of events.

The medals comprised three silver and one bronze, reflecting mixed results across India's competing athletes. The strong showing on day two suggests momentum is building as more sports enter their competitive phases.

With numerous events still to be contested across swimming, athletics, badminton, wrestling and other disciplines, Indian officials and sports analysts expect a significant increase in the medal count over the coming days. The early performances have set a foundation for India's medal push at the continental sporting spectacle.

The Asian Games, one of the largest multi-sport events in the world, brings together athletes from across South and Southeast Asia to compete for continental honours. India has historically been a medal-winning nation at the Games, and this year's competition is expected to follow that pattern as more medal events conclude.