Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu has won India’s first gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, according to News On AIR. The victory came in the women’s weightlifting event, marking a strong start for the Indian contingent at the Games.
News On AIR reported that Chanu’s gold is the first for India at the 2026 edition. The athlete, who hails from Manipur, has previously earned medals at the Commonwealth Games and the Olympics. Reports from ThePrint noted that Chanu celebrated with the Indian tricolour in her hair and tears in her eyes, dedicating the win to the country. NDTV featured a look inside her simple home in Manipur, which includes a white marble temple and a trophy shelf.
The 2026 Commonwealth Games are currently underway, with multiple events taking place across different sports. On the same day, The Times of India reported that Indian boxer Sakshi advanced to the women’s 51kg quarterfinals, while Putul Sonowal was eliminated from the lawn bowls singles competition.
India will look to build on Chanu’s gold medal performance as the Games continue.
