TEAM BHUTAN SET TO COMPETE AT THE 5TH ASIAN PARA GAMES, AICHI-NAGOYA 2026
The Bhutan Paralympic Committee (BPC) is set to represent the Kingdom of Bhutan at the 5th Asian Para Games, scheduled to take place in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from 18 to 24 October 2026, with three athletes competing in para shooting, para archery and para badminton.
The Bhutanese contingent comprises Ms. Kinley Dem in para shooting, Mr. Tika Ram Ghalley in para archery and Mr. Cheyang Kuenchap in para badminton. The athletes will compete alongside some of Asia’s finest para-athletes, representing Bhutan on the continental sporting stage. Before their departure, the Secretary General of the Bhutan Paralympic Committee met with the athletes and delegation members, encouraging them to represent the country with pride, uphold the values of sportsmanship, and give their best throughout the competitions. The meeting also provided an opportunity to extend encouragement and best wishes to the contingent as they prepared for the Games.
The Games are expected to bring together athletes and officials from around 45 National Paralympic Committees, with competitions across 18 para-sports and more than 500 medal events.
Para Badminton Athlete
Para Archery Athlete
Para Shooter Kinley Dem
Mr Cheyang Kuenchap is scheduled to begin Bhutan’s campaign in para badminton with his opening match against Thailand’s Mr Kittichai Rakjaingam on 16 October 2026 at 9:30 AM Japan Standard Time (6:30 AM Bhutan Time). Placed in Group F, he will face opponents from Malaysia, Thailand and the Republic of Korea in the group stage. The matches will follow a league format, with the top two players advancing to the next round.
Meanwhile, Mr Tika Ram Ghalley will undergo official training from 15 to 18 October, ahead of his Qualification Ranking Round scheduled for 19 October 2026. Ms Kinley Dem will begin her official training sessions from 16 to 18 October, with her Ranking and Qualification Round, along with the finals, scheduled for 19 October 2026.
The official Opening Ceremony of the 5th Asian Para Games will take place on the evening of 18 October 2026, where the Bhutanese contingent will join delegations from participating nations. The Games will conclude with the Closing Ceremony on 24 October 2026.
The Bhutan Paralympic Committee extends its best wishes to all three athletes, coaches, officials and the entire Bhutanese contingent as they prepare to compete at the continental level. The Committee encourages the public to support Team Bhutan and cheer on the athletes as they represent the nation at Aichi-Nagoya 2026.
Further updates on fixtures, results and the athletes’ performances will be shared as the competition progresses.
