J&K's Shriya Gupta and Vishal Thapar Selected for India's Squad at 2026 Asian Games in Japan

Shooter Shriya Gupta and archer Vishal Thapar, both hailing from Jammu and Kashmir, have been officially included in the Indian team for the 20th Asian Games, scheduled to take place in Japan later this year. Their selection was confirmed by the national sports federation following the recent qualification trials.

Both athletes earned their spots by meeting the performance benchmarks set for the Games, reflecting consistent results in domestic competitions and national championships. Their inclusion underscores the growing talent pool from the northern state in disciplines traditionally dominated by athletes from other regions.

The appointment of Gupta and Thapar is being hailed as a milestone for Jammu and Kashmir’s sports community, which hopes their participation will inspire younger aspirants and draw greater attention to the state’s training facilities. They will join a larger Indian contingent aiming for a strong medal tally at the multi‑sport event in Japan.