PM Modi meets CWG medallists, lauds their performances
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Indian athletes who won medals at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. He praised their performance and encouraged continued dedication to sports.
Why it matters
Highlights government engagement with national sports achievements and promotes national morale.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (August 9, 2026) met members of the Indian contingent that returned with medals from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and congratulated the athletes for their impressive performances at the multi-sport event.
PM Modi shared a short video clip of his interaction with the medallists on Instagram, describing the meeting as a special occasion and praising the athletes for making the country proud.
Among those who interacted with the Prime Minister was boxer Sakshi Chaudhary, who won the gold medal in the women’s 51kg category at the Games. India enjoyed a strong campaign in Glasgow, finishing with 39 medals, including 13 gold.
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