Lucknow, Oct. 4 -- Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on Sunday lauded the remarkable performance of Indian athletes at the recently concluded Asian Games 2026, stating that the country's progress on the global stage across all sectors is mirrored by its achievements in international sports.

India signed off from the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games with 85 medals, including 21 gold, 27 silver and 37 bronze, finishing fourth in the overall medal standings.

Pathak emphasised that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has promoted sport through better budget and enhanced infrastructure.

"The way Indian athletes have demonstrated their prowess at the Asian Games is remarkable. Today, India is advancing rapidly across all sectors on the glo...