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| India at the 2003 Asian Winter Games | |
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| IOC code | IND |
| NOC | Indian Olympic Association |
| in Aomori | |
| Competitors | 8 |
| Medals Ranked 8th |
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| Asian Winter Games appearances | |
India participated in the 2003 Asian Winter Games held in Aomori Prefecture, Japan, from February 1 to February 8. India failed to win any medals in the Games.
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