Mirabai Chanu wins third Commonwealth Games gold

Mirabai Chanu’s childhood in Manipur involved carrying heavy firewood at age 12 and training with bamboo sticks, building foundational strength and resourcefulness.

She traveled 30 km daily for coaching, often hitchhiking on sand trucks, demonstrating extreme dedication despite lack of resources.

She earned a degree in Physical Education, balancing formal higher education with her demanding training schedule.

Her resilience included overcoming Olympic heartbreak and multiple injuries, transforming setbacks into strengths.

She won a historic third consecutive gold medal at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, highlighting the power of continuous learning and mental toughness.