{
  "id": 15382587,
  "title": "India Aims For 100 Medals At Nagoya Para Asian Games, Coach Expects Strong Athletics Start",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/india-aims-for-100-medals-at-nagoya-para-asian-games-coach-expects",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-18T08:33:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/india-aims-for-100-medals-at-nagoya-para-asian-games-coach-expects-strong-athletics-start"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nagoya, October 18: India is aiming to secure around 100 medals at the upcoming Para Asian Games, as stated by the country’s head coach in Para Athletics, Satyanarayana. The Indian team participating in the fifth edition of the continental multi-sport event comprises 168 athletes across 11 sports. India will compete in the games from October 18 to 24, with the opening ceremony scheduled for today at Paloma Mizuho Stadium in Nagoya.\n\nSatyanarayana expressed confidence in the preparation of Indian athletes, stating that they are in positive spirits and eager to perform well. Para athletics is expected to be a significant contributor to India’s medal campaign, with the coach anticipating six medals in athletics, including two to three gold medals, and Nishad Kumar looking to achieve his personal best and potentially break the Games record.\n\nThe athletes participating in the Para Asian Games 2025 are satisfied with the arrangements in Nagoya, including facilities, accommodation, and overall support. The team is focused, confident, and eager to make the country proud. Some of the prominent names representing India include javelin thrower Sumit Antil, para-badminton champion Pramod Bhagat, para-shooter Avani Lekhara, para-archer Sheetal Devi, and sprinter Simran Sharma. Their performances, along with those of athletes from the 11 disciplines, will be crucial for India’s aspirations during the Games.",
  "summary": "Nagoya, Oct 18: Indian Para Athletics head coach Satyanarayana expressed confidence in the contingent’s preparation and ability to deliver a strong performance as the Para Asian Games, which will officially open on Sunday, stating that \"India are targeting around 100 medals.\" India have fielded a 168-athlete contingent for the fifth edition of the continental multi-sport event, being held from…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}