New Delhi, Sept. 19 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to the Indian contingent participating in the Asian Games 2026, saying the athletes have shown remarkable dedication and determination.

Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi wrote, "As the Asian Games commence in Aichi-Nagoya, my best wishes to the Indian contingent. Each athlete has worked incredibly hard and shown remarkable dedication and determination. India is proud of them. May they give their best, play well and shine!"

Kabaddi star Pawan Sehrawat and Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker led the Indian contingent at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya on Saturday.

The ceremony at the Paloma Mizuho Stadium marked the formal opening...