'Made the entire nation proud': PM Modi reacts as Jhandu wins India's first medal at CWG
Jhandu Kumar won India's first medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, a bronze in men's para powerlifting heavyweight category.
He achieved a best successful lift of 190kg, earning 130.9 points, and briefly topped the leaderboard.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Jhandu on X, calling his performance a reflection of strength and determination.
Ashok finished fourth in the men's lightweight final with a personal-best lift of 200kg, while Paramjeet Kumar placed seventh with 176kg.
Jaspreet Kaur finished sixth in the women's lightweight category.
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