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Asian Games: Double gold medallist Neeru Dhanda named India’s flag-bearer for closing ceremony

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Asian Games: Double Gold Medallist Neeru Dhanda Named India’s Flag-bearer For Closing Ceremony

By IANS News October 02, 2026 • 19:02 PM View: 151

Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic: Indian shooting star Neeru Dhanda will carry the national flag at the closing ceremony of the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya on Sunday, capping a memorable campaign in which she emerged as one of the country’s standout performers.

The 27-year-old trap shooter has won three medals at the ongoing Games, including two gold medals and a silver, playing a key role in India’s impressive campaign in shooting.

TAGS Neeru Dhanda Nagoya Asian Games Asian Games Aashima Ahlawat Manisha Keer Kynan Chenai Nagoya Games

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