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Hangzhou in China is currently hosting the 19th edition of the Asian Games, a continental multisport event that is featuring a 655-member Indian contingent this year. Originally slated for 2022, the event was postponed for a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Images: PTI and Twitter)
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The competition commenced on September 23 and will run until October 8. (Image/Reuters)
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At the previous edition in Jakarta in 2018, India’s 570-strong squad achieved a record-breaking performance, amassing 70 medals, including 16 gold, 23 silver, and 31 bronze. (Image/PTI)
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With an even larger contingent this time, India hopes to improve upon its medal count. (Image/PTI)
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India’s campaign at the Asian Games 2023 got off to a promising start, with the women’s 10m air rifle team, comprising Ramita, Mehuli Ghosh, and Ashi Chouksey, securing a silver medal. (Image/PTI)
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Additionally, Ramita and Mehuli qualified for the individual final, which ran concurrently with the team event. (Image/PTI)
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Another silver medal came in the men’s lightweight double sculls, where Arjun Lal Jat and Arvind showcased their rowing prowess. (Image/PTI)
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India’s Neeraj, Naresh Kalwaniya, Neetish Kumar, Charanjeet Singh, Jaswinder Singh, Bheem Singh, Punit Kumar and Ashish celebrate at the podium after winning silver medal in Men’s Coxed Eight event at the 19th Asian Games, in Hangzhou, China. (Image/PTI)
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The team members of the Men’s eights team celebrate after finishing second at the 19th Asian Games, in Hangzhou, China, on Sunday. (Image/PTI)
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Mehuli and Ramita share a hug after the latter secured a bronze medal in 10m air rifle category at the19th Asian Games, in Hangzhou. (Image/PTI)
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With these early successes, India is poised for a strong showing at the 19th Asian Games, fueled by the enthusiasm and determination of its athletes. (Image/Twitter)
