‘Play well and shine’: PM Modi wishes Team India as Asian Games 2026 begins

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended his best wishes to the Indian contingent as the 20th Asian Games officially opened in Aichi-Nagoya, urging the athletes to give their best and shine as India begins its medal campaign in earnest from Sunday.“As the Asian Games commence in Aichi-Nagoya, my best wishes to the Indian contingent. Each athlete has worked incredibly hard and shown remarkable dedication and determination. India is proud of them,” PM Modi said in a post on X.“May they give their best, play well and shine!” he added.The message came as the continental sporting extravaganza formally got underway at the Paloma Mizuho Stadium in Nagoya, with Japan’s Emperor Naruhito declaring the Games open.