'My best wishes to Indian contingent': PM Modi's message for India ahead of CWG 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished India's 124-member contingent success ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
India begins its campaign with bowls matches on Thursday before competing across eight sports and five para disciplines.
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra will lead India's medal hopes in athletics, competing in men's javelin throw on August 1.
Weightlifter Mirabai Chanu, a two-time Commonwealth Games champion and Olympic medallist, is another major medal hope.
The Games will be held across four venues in Glasgow, with competitions in athletics, boxing, weightlifting, judo, artistic gymnastics, track cycling, bowls, and swimming.
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