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Asian Games 2026 Closing Ceremony LIVE Updates: Double Gold Medallist Neeru Dhanda to Lead Indian Contingent

Neeru Dhanda, who won two golds and a silver, will carry India’s flag as the ceremony closes more than two weeks of competition.

  • On Sunday, October 4, 2026, the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games conclude with a closing ceremony at Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium, featuring shooter Neeru Dhanda as India's flag-bearer.
  • Dhanda earned the honor following a historic campaign where she became the first Indian woman to win individual trap gold, securing three total medals at the Games.
  • India finished fourth in the overall medal standings with 85 medals, comprising 21 gold, 27 silver, and 37 bronze across multiple sporting disciplines.
  • Scheduled for 6 PM local time—2:30 PM IST—the ceremony features performances by MYERA and Masaya Kimura, with live coverage available on Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV.
  • As part of traditional proceedings, the Olympic Council of Asia flag will pass to Doha, Qatar, which is scheduled to host the 21st Asian Games in 2030.
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조선일보 broke the news on Friday, October 2, 2026.
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