India’s CWG 2026 Medal Rush: Sachin Siwach, Ankush Panghal Win Gold as Gulveer Creates History
New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu congratulated India’s medal winners at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026, praising their determination and performances that brought further glory to the country. She particularly hailed the gold-medal triumphs of boxers Sachin Siwach and Ankush Panghal, while applauding Narender Berwal’s silver and Gulveer Singh’s historic achievement in long-distance running.
Sachin Siwach delivered a standout performance to clinch the gold medal in the men’s 60kg boxing event. Congratulating him, President Murmu said his determination and composure in a fiercely fought final had earned him a well-deserved place at the top of the podium.
The President said Siwach’s outstanding achievement had given India another moment of immense pride, with the Tricolour flying high at the medal ceremony.
Heartiest congratulations to Gulveer Singh on winning Bronze Medal in Men’s 5000m event at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026. Your achievement marks India’s first-ever medal in this event at the Commonwealth Games and adds another proud chapter to your memorable campaign,…
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Ankush Panghal Strikes Gold
India’s celebrations in the boxing ring continued as Ankush Panghal captured gold in the men’s 80kg category.
President Murmu congratulated Panghal on his victory, saying his impressive display in the ring had earned him the highest honour and given the country another reason to celebrate.
She said the sight of the national flag being raised at the medal ceremony was a moment of pride and joy for Indians.
Narender Berwal Bags Silver
The President also praised Narender Berwal, who secured the silver medal in the men’s +90kg boxing event.
Murmu said Berwal represented India with distinction in a demanding contest and produced a commendable performance on the Commonwealth stage. She also wished him continued success in his sporting career.
The medals added to India’s strong showing in boxing at the Glasgow Games, with the country’s pugilists making their presence felt across weight categories.
Gulveer Singh Creates Commonwealth Games History
Away from the boxing ring, Gulveer Singh scripted a historic chapter for Indian athletics by winning bronze in the men’s 5,000 metres.
President Murmu highlighted the significance of the achievement, noting that it was India’s first-ever Commonwealth Games medal in the men’s 5,000m event.
The feat became even more remarkable as Gulveer had already tasted success in the men’s 10,000m event during the Games.
Congratulating the long-distance runner, Murmu said his achievement had added another proud chapter to his campaign. By securing India’s first Commonwealth Games medals in both the 5,000m and 10,000m events, Gulveer had accomplished a remarkable feat.
The President said his performances could inspire a new generation of Indian athletes to take up long-distance running, pursue sporting excellence and bring further laurels to the country.
With gold medals in the boxing ring and a breakthrough performance on the athletics track, India’s athletes continued to make their mark at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026, adding to the country’s medal tally and producing memorable moments on the international sporting stage.
