CM Khemchand Singh extends his wishes to 36 athletes, 3 coaches from Manipur for Asian Games

Guwahati: Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has extended his best wishes to the 36 sportspersons and three coaches from Manipur who are representing India at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 in Japan.

The sportspersons from Manipur are part of the Indian contingent participating in Sepaktakraw, Rowing, Cycling, Fencing, Canoeing & Kayaking, Boxing, Weightlifting, Wushu, Judo and Hockey. The 36 athletes comprise 12 in Sepaktakraw, 1 in Rowing, 3 in Cycling, 3 in Fencing, 6 in Canoeing & Kayaking, 1 in Boxing, 3 in Weightlifting, 3 in Wushu, 1 in Judo and 3 in Hockey.

The Asian Games will kick off today and continue till 4th October 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The Games bring together athletes from across Asia in one of the continent’s largest multi-sport events.


Khemchand Singh congratulated all the sportspersons and coaches on earning the opportunity to represent the country at the Asian Games. He encouraged them to compete with confidence, discipline and determination, and to give their best in their respective events.