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India Commonwealth Games 2026 aftermath

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In early August 2026, Indian athletes returned from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with a strong medal haul – 39 medals overall, including a historic seven golds in boxing. Boxer Vijender Singh publicly questioned Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for not congratulating the team, urging political leaders to set aside partisan differences and support athletes. Several medalists expressed satisfaction with their results and a desire to improve. The following day, Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya held a felicitation ceremony in New Delhi, awarding cash prizes to gold, silver and bronze medallists. He highlighted the boxing team's ten medals, the judo squad's historic golds, and the para‑athletics team's breakthrough performance. Mandaviya also promoted the expanded Khelo India scheme and pledged a meeting between the boxers and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasizing mentorship and the establishment of sports academies. Later in August, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised India’s para-athletes during the Khelo India Dialogue, noting that their ability to overcome adversity serves as an inspiration. He specifically recognized the achievements of athletes such as Sheetal Devi, Avani Lekhara, Sumit Antil, Nitesh Kumar, and Jandu Kumar. This recognition follows the para-athletes' seven-medal haul at the Glasgow Games. As the focus shifts toward the 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, the Prime Minister emphasized how their success brings hope and courage to families.

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