Pawan Sehrawat Replaces Tajinderpal Toor as India's Flag-Bearer at 2026 Asian Games Opening
India's flag-bearers for the 2026 Asian Games opening ceremony in Aichi-Nagoya were initially announced as shooter Manu Bhaker and shot putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor. However, Toor was replaced at the last minute by kabaddi player Pawan Sehrawat due to a delay in receiving his official ceremonial kit. Bhaker expressed pride and reflected on her journey, while Sehrawat called the role an immense honor. The opening ceremony marked the official start of the Games, with India fielding a 503-athlete contingent.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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