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Neeru Dhanda to Lead Indian Contingent at Asian Games 2026 Closing Ceremony
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Moneycontrol•04-10-2026, 12:53
Neeru Dhanda to Lead Indian Contingent at Asian Games 2026 Closing Ceremony
- •Star Indian trap shooter Neeru Dhanda will serve as flag-bearer for India at the closing ceremony of the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.
- •Dhanda capped a remarkable campaign, winning two gold medals and a silver, including India's first individual Asian Games gold in women's trap shooting.
- •She set an Asian Games record in qualification and later partnered Kynan Chenai to gold in the mixed team trap event, also setting a new record.
- •India concluded its Asian Games campaign with 85 medals (21 gold, 27 silver, 37 bronze), finishing fourth in the overall standings.
- •The closing ceremony will feature the ceremonial handover of the Asian Games flag to Doha, host of the 2030 edition.
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Star Indian trap shooter Neeru Dhanda has been named India's flag-bearer to lead the country's contingent at the closing ceremony of the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.
India wrapped up its impressive 2026 Asian Games campaign with a total of 85 medals, consisting of 21 gold, 27 silver, and 37 bronze, securing the fourth position in the overall standings.
During the closing ceremony of the 2026 event, a ceremonial handover of the Asian Games flag will take place to Doha, which is designated to host the 2030 continental games.
