Archive · 21 Sep 2026
Fencing Association Offers Cash Prizes for Asian Games Medallists
The Fencing Association of India wants to encourage its athletes at the Asian Games.
It announced money prizes for fencers who win medals.
A gold medal will earn Rs 10 lakh.
A silver medal will earn Rs 7.5 lakh.
A bronze medal will earn Rs 5 lakh.
The Asian Games will take place in Japan.
The association said its fencers have worked very hard.
It hopes the prizes help them compete with confidence and determination.
The Fencing Association of India announced cash awards for Asian Games medallists.
Gold medallists will receive Rs 10 lakh.
Silver medallists will receive Rs 7.5 lakh.
Bronze medallists will receive Rs 5 lakh.
The awards aim to motivate Indian fencers and recognise their dedication.
- Who
- The Fencing Association of India and Indian fencers.
- What
- The association announced cash prizes for Asian Games medallists.
- When
- The announcement was made on Monday, ahead of the upcoming Asian Games.
- Where
- The Asian Games will be held in Japan.
- Why
- The awards are intended to motivate fencers and recognise their dedication and commitment.
- Gold medal award
- Rs 10 lakh
- Silver medal award
- Rs 7.5 lakh
- Bronze medal award
- Rs 5 lakh
- Announcing official
- Rajeev Mehta, Secretary General of the Fencing Association of India
- Event
- Asian Games
- Host location
- Japan