India Commonwealth Games 2026 Medal Tally: Sharmila Dhankar Adds India's Second Gold

India's contingent at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, continues to shine brightly, having secured a total of 10 medals by the end of Day 4. With two gold, five silver, and three bronze medals, India currently holds the 8th position in the overall medal tally, showcasing remarkable strength particularly in weightlifting and para-athletics. The nation's 19th appearance at the Commonwealth Games, featuring 122 athletes across ten sports, has been marked by several historic achievements and inspiring performances. Why Wrestling Was Excluded from Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow?

Weightlifting powerhouse Mirabai Chanu led the charge, clinching India's first gold medal and her third consecutive Commonwealth Games title in the Women's 48kg category on July 26. Chanu shattered Games records with a total lift of 190kg (85kg snatch + 105kg clean and jerk), demonstrating her dominance by finishing a staggering 22kg ahead of the silver medallist. Her emotional victory resonated deeply, with Chanu stating, "This is my third gold medal at the Commonwealth Games. I am extremely happy. I can't express how happy I am to win my third gold medal."

Historic Golds and Landmark Silvers

The second gold medal for India came from Sharmila Dhankar in Para-athletics, who made history on July 27 by becoming the country's first-ever Commonwealth Games para-athletics gold medallist. Dhankar, 40, achieved this feat in the Women's shot put F57 event with a season-best throw of 9.81m, ending India's 20-year wait for a para-athletics medal. Following her win, she expressed her dedication to continue bringing laurels to the nation, dedicating her medal to her mother.

Sarvesh Kushare also etched his name into the record books, securing a historic silver medal in the Men's high jump on July 27. His leap of 2.25m made him the first Indian to win a silver medal in the men's high jump at the Commonwealth Games, bettering Tejaswin Shankar's bronze from Birmingham 2022. Kushare, a national record holder, narrowly missed gold on countback to Jamaica's Romaine Beckford.

India's Medal Winners at Glasgow 2026 (as of July 28, 2026)

Other Notable Performances

India's weightlifting contingent has been a consistent source of medals. Rishikanta Singh secured a silver in the Men's 60kg category on July 26, setting a new Games record in the snatch discipline with a 121kg lift. Muthupandi Raja, making his Commonwealth Games debut, also clinched silver in the Men's 65kg event on July 26, a result that garnered congratulations from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Gyaneshwari Yadav added another silver in the Women's 53kg category on July 27, marking her personal best efforts. Ajaya Babu contributed to the weightlifting tally with a silver in the Men's 79kg on July 27.

In Para Powerlifting, Jhandu Kumar opened India's medal account on July 24 with a bronze in the Men's heavyweight event. His emotional victory, achieved by successfully lifting 190kg for 130.9 points, marked his first major international medal after years of dedication. Bindyarani Devi, a silver medallist in Birmingham 2022, secured a bronze in the Women's 58kg weightlifting on July 27, battling through a challenging clean and jerk phase. Additionally, Shilpa Shyla earned a bronze in the Women's shot put F57, making it a historic double podium finish for India in the same para-athletics event, a result that came after an official review.

As the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games progress, India's athletes continue to demonstrate their prowess and determination across various disciplines, promising more exciting performances in the days to come. The contingent, with its mix of seasoned champions and rising stars, is poised to build upon this strong start and further enhance the nation's medal count.

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