New Delhi, Oct. 1 -- India's campaign at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya has produced medals across established disciplines as well as sports in which the country had never previously reached the podium.

Several Indian athletes have also ended long medal droughts or matched historic feats from previous generations, adding significance to their performances beyond the medal itself.

Here are five Indian athletes whose medals at the Asian Games 2026 have marked significant milestones for India.

Jay Meena created history by winning the bronze medal in the men's singles soft tennis event. His podium finish gave India its first-ever medal in soft tennis at the Asian Games.

Meena secured his medal by reaching the semifinals of the men's...