Indian Athletes Shine at 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow saw Indian athletes achieving remarkable success, with Sharmila Dhankar making history as the first gold medallist in para athletics. President Droupadi Murmu congratulated the medal winners, including Shilpa K Shyla and Valluri Ajaya Babu, for their outstanding performances. With a total of ten medals, including gold, silver, and bronze, India showcased its strength across various sports. This article highlights the achievements and inspiring stories of these athletes, encouraging future generations to pursue excellence in sports.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 28, 2026, 08:57 IST

Celebrating Indian Athletes' Achievements

On July 28, President Droupadi Murmu extended her heartfelt congratulations to Indian athletes Sharmila Dhankar, Shilpa K Shyla, Valluri Ajaya Babu, and Sarvesh Anil Kushare for their remarkable performances at the 2026 Commonwealth Games held in Glasgow.

In a message shared via Rashtrapati Bhavan on social media, the President praised Sharmila Dhankar for her historic gold medal win in the women's shot put F57 event, marking her as India's first gold medallist in para athletics at the Commonwealth Games. She expressed, "Your achievement is a landmark feat that will inspire future generations of athletes to pursue excellence in their respective sports."

Shilpa K Shyla also received accolades for her bronze medal in the same event, with the President commending her determination and wishing her success in her future pursuits.

Valluri Ajaya Babu was recognized for his silver medal in the men's 79kg weightlifting category, with the President highlighting his exceptional performance and the pride he has brought to the nation.

Sarvesh Anil Kushare was congratulated for clinching silver in the men's high jump event, with the President expressing her hopes for his continued success.

India had a stellar Day 5 at the Commonwealth Games, securing four medals and raising its total to ten. Sharmila Dhankar's gold was particularly significant, as it marked a historic moment for para athletics in India. Shilpa K. Shyla's bronze was also a result of a Nigerian athlete's disqualification, leading to a double podium finish for India.

In athletics, Sarvesh Kushare's silver in the men's high jump was complemented by Murali Sreeshankar and Lokesh Satyanathan qualifying for the long jump finals. The weightlifting team contributed three more medals, with Gyaneshwari Yadav winning silver, Bindyarani Devi earning bronze, and Valluri Ajaya Babu securing silver.

India's boxing and swimming teams also made strides, with several athletes advancing in their events, while Sajan Prakash and Swatik Patil reached the swimming finals. However, some athletes, including Tejas Shirse and Sumit Kundu, were eliminated from their competitions.

Overall, India's medal tally includes golds from Mirabai Chanu and Sharmila Dhankar, alongside five silvers and three bronzes across weightlifting, athletics, and para powerlifting.