September 23 is an important day for India at the 2026 Asian Games, with several Indian athletes competing across multiple disciplines. Shooting and weightlifting are among the sports attracting particular attention, with Manu Bhaker and Mirabai Chanu scheduled to compete.
Manu Bhaker is participating in shooting events, while Mirabai Chanu is competing in weightlifting. Both athletes have previously represented India on major international stages and are part of a large Indian contingent competing at the Aichi-Nagoya Games.
India’s programme for the day also includes badminton, wushu, rowing, fencing, table tennis, boxing, hockey, squash and other sports. The Indian men’s badminton team is scheduled to play China in the semifinal, adding another major fixture to the day’s programme. The Asian Games bring together athletes from across Asia and provide opportunities for competitors to win medals across a wide range of sports. India’s participation on September 23 is particularly broad, with athletes competing in numerous disciplines throughout the day.
The women’s cricket team has already provided India with its first gold medal of the Games after defeating Sri Lanka in the final on September 22.
