Kulveer Singh Wins Historic Silver for India in Commonwealth Games 10,000m

Kulveer Singh, also known as Eranga Jayawardena, a 28‑year‑old runner from Uttar Pradesh, secured a silver medal in the men’s 10,000‑metre race at the Commonwealth Games 2026. He finished in 27:49.78, becoming the first Indian athlete ever to win a medal in this event at the Games.

The achievement is seen as a breakthrough for Indian long‑distance running, reflecting recent investments in scientific training, high‑altitude camps and international competition exposure. It also signals that Indian athletes can now contend with traditional powerhouses such as Kenya and Ethiopia in the 10,000‑metre discipline.

The race took place in Canada, where the Games are being hosted, and where the Indian contingent celebrated the historic performance as a milestone for the nation’s athletics program.