Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay announced cash rewards for Asian Games 2026 medalists, granting ₹30 lakh to several athletes including Joshna Chinappa, Shameena Riyaz, Nethra Kumanan, Velavan Senthilkumar, Abhay Singh and others. Vithya Ramraj and wicketkeeper-batter Gunalan Kamalini will receive ₹75 lakh. The state follows its established incentive policy and lauded athletes’ achievements.