“Thank you and well done”: Nita Ambani lauds Team India's success
Nita Ambani lauds India's women athletes for leading the nation's medal success at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026.
Nita Ambani, the founder and chairperson of Reliance Foundation, has extended her heartfelt congratulations to the Indian contingent following their impressive performance at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. Highlighting the immense pride brought to the nation, she specifically lauded the women athletes who played a pivotal role in India's medal-winning campaign.
A Tribute to Women Athletes
In a powerful statement, Ambani noted that the women athletes were instrumental in leading India's success on the continental stage. She emphasized that their achievements serve as a massive inspiration for young girls across the country. "It has been especially wonderful to see our women athletes lead India’s medal success, inspire young girls, and bring glory to the nation," she remarked.
Ambani also expressed immense pride in the athletes supported by the Reliance Foundation. She stated that their achievements reinforce the foundation's commitment to nurturing young talent and supporting the future of Indian sports. "To every athlete who wore the India colours with pride – thank you and well done," she added.
India's Landmark Performance in Aichi-Nagoya
India concluded the 2026 Asian Games with a formidable tally of 85 medals, placing the nation fourth in the overall standings. The medal haul included:
- 21 Gold
- 27 Silver
- 37 Bronze
This achievement marks India's second-best performance in Asian Games history, following the record-breaking 106-medal tally at the Hangzhou Games in 2023. The campaign was marked by several historic milestones, including gold-medal sweeps in:
- Cricket
- Kabaddi
- Hockey
Beyond the medals, the games were significant as Indian athletes secured vital quotas for the LA 2028 Olympics and set multiple new records.
The Role of Reliance Foundation
The Reliance Foundation's impact on India's success was substantial, with the foundation's programmes and partnerships contributing to 29 of India's total medals. A total of 48 athletes supported by the Foundation represented the nation, reflecting the organization's deep-rooted commitment to Indian sports development.
Notable individual performances that drove India's success included those from Lovlina Borgohain, Kumkum Mohod, Neeru Dhanda, and Pranavi Urs, alongside standout efforts from the women's hockey, cricket, kabaddi, and athletics teams.
Asian Games 2026 Final Standings
The competition saw dominant performances from the top of the table:
- China: 341 medals (169 Gold)
- Japan (Host): 269 medals (83 Gold)
- South Korea: 150 medals (39 Gold)
- India: 85 medals (21 Gold)