| India at the 2010 Asian Beach Games | |
|---|---|
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| IOC code | IND |
| NOC | Indian Olympic Association |
| in Muscat | |
| Competitors | 102 in 10 sports |
| Medals Ranked 6th |
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| Asian Beach Games appearances | |
India participated in the 2010 Asian Beach Games in Muscat, Oman from 8 to 16 December 2010.
The 2nd Asian Beach Games were held in Muscat, Oman from 8 December 2010 to 16 December 2010. The opening ceremony was held in the Al-Musannah Sports City, Muscat.
| Medal | Name | Sport | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hc. Jaswinder Singh | Tent pegging | Individual Sword | 10 December |
| India | Beach kabaddi | Women | 16 December |
| India | Beach kabaddi | Men | 16 December |
 | Insp. Jaswinder Singh | Tent pegging | Rings & Pegs | 9 December |
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