Sports Minister Mandaviya lauds CWG weightlifting contingent during felicitation
Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya felicitated the Indian weightlifting contingent following their successful performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The team secured eight medals in total, with Mirabai Chanu earning the sole gold medal.
Why it matters
The event highlights government support for elite athletes and sets the stage for India's preparations for the upcoming Asian Games.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday (August 3, 2026) lauded the strong performance of the Indian weightlifters in the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, saying every medal they won has brought immense joy to the country.
The Indian weightlifting team won one gold, six silver and one bronze in the Games. Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu was the lone gold winner.
The weightlifters were felicitated by Mr. Mandaviya after their return to India.
Mirabai was handed a cheque of ₹30 lakh, while the silver and bronze medallists received ₹20 lakh and ₹10 lakh respectively.
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