Pawan replaces Tajinderpal as India’s flag‑bearer after kit error

Published 19 Sept 2026, 13:12 UTC

AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: A mistake with the ceremonial kit caused Pawan to take over as India’s flag‑bearer at the Asian Games opening ceremony. The entire Indian athletics squad was absent from the event.

Covered by 1 outlet across the spectrum: 100% left, 0% center, 0% right.

Who is covering this story

• Left-leaning (1): The Hindu

Sources

• Asian Games opening ceremony | Ceremonial kit goof-up leads to Pawan replacing Tajinderpal as India’s flag-bearer — The Hindu (left-leaning)

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