'Very Proud': PM Modi Hails Mirabai Chanu, Rishikanta Singh For Clinching Medals In Commonwealth Game

Published 26 July 2026 · india

'Very Proud': PM Modi Hails Mirabai Chanu, Rishikanta Singh For Clinching Medals In Commonwealth Game Published By, Last Updated: July 26, 2026, 21:30 IST PM

'Very Proud': PM Modi Hails Mirabai Chanu, Rishikanta Singh For Clinching Medals In Commonwealth Game Published By, Last Updated: July 26, 2026, 21:30 IST PM Modi congratulated Mirabai Chanu for winning gold and Rishikanta Singh Chanambam for silver at Commonwealth Games 2026. Indian weightlifters Mirabai Chanu and Rishikanta Singh Chanambam Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Indian weightlifters Mirabai Chanu and Rishikanta Singh Chanambam after they won gold and silver medals, respectively, at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. Mirabai Chanu won the gold medal in the women’s 48kg weightlifting event after lifting a combined 168kg (74kg in snatch and 94kg in clean and jerk). The victory marked her second consecutive Commonwealth Games gold, her fourth CWG medal overall, and India’s first gold medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026. Congratulating Chanu in a post on X, PM Modi wrote, “Another glorious chapter in Indian Weightlifting!" “The talented Mirabai Chanu once again showcased her skills at the Commonwealth Games with a stunning performance in the 48 kg category and winning Gold.

With back-to-back Commonwealth Games Golds and an overall fourth CWG medal to her name, she remains an inspiration for every Indian. Congratulations to her! Best wishes for the endeavours ahead," he said. Another glorious chapter in Indian Weightlifting!The talented Mirabai Chanu once again showcased her skills at the Commonwealth Games with a stunning performance in the 48 kg category and winning Gold. With back-to-back Commonwealth Games Golds and an overall fourth CWG medal… pic.twitter.com/37IOvMXBTI — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 26, 2026 Meanwhile, Rishikanta Singh Chanambam bagged the silver medal in the men’s weightlifting event, while also registering a personal-best performance at the Games. Praising the lifter, PM Modi wrote, “Very proud of Indian lifter Rishikanta Singh Chanambam for winning a Silver Medal and also achieving his personal best. His determination and outstanding performance have brought immense joy to the nation.

May he continue to scale greater heights and inspire many young athletes. Best wishes for his future endeavours!" Very proud of Indian lifter Rishikanta Singh Chanambam for winning a Silver Medal and also achieving his personal best. His determination and outstanding performance have brought immense joy to the nation. May he continue to scale greater heights and inspire many young athletes.… pic.twitter.com/ab6hAi7vnA— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 26, 2026 Both athletes added to India’s medal tally at the Commonwealth Games 2026, with Mirabai extending her dominance in the sport and Rishikanta delivering one of the finest performances of his career. News18 Newsletter Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit About the Author Anushka Vats Anushka Vats is a Sub-Editor at News18.com with a passion for storytelling and a curiosity that extends beyond the newsroom.