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Indian Women Capture Eight Golds at CWG 2026
In August 2026, the Commonwealth Games were held in Glasgow, Scotland.
Indian women athletes won eight gold medals, which is more than half of all gold medals India earned.
The athletes were praised by P.T. Usha, the president of the Indian Olympic Association, who said they inspire many girls in India.
The medals were won in sports like weightlifting, shot put, judo, and boxing.
This success shows that India is investing more in women's sports and encouraging girls to play.
It also helps girls believe they can compete and win on the world stage.
The event was a big win for Indian women and for the country’s sports program.
Indian women won eight of India's 13 gold medals at the Commonwealth Games 2026.
P.T. Usha praised the athletes, calling their success the true spirit of Nari Shakti.
Medalists included Mirabai Chanu, Sharmila Dhankar, Asmita Dey, and five boxers: Sakshi Chaudhary, Preeti Pawar, Jaismine Lamboria, Priya Ghanghas, Arundhati Choudhary.
The achievements reflect increased investment in grassroots development, better training facilities, and higher recognition for women athletes.
The success inspires young girls across India and aligns with national women's empowerment goals.
- Who
- Indian women athletes and P.T. Usha, President of the Indian Olympic Association
- What
- Won eight of India's 13 gold medals at the Commonwealth Games 2026
- Where
- Glasgow, Scotland
- When
- August 2026
- Why
- Years of dedication, increased investment in women's sports, and national empowerment initiatives
Key facts
- Event
- Commonwealth Games 2026
- Location
- Glasgow, Scotland
- Gold medals won by Indian women
- 8
- Total gold medals for India
- 13
- Key athletes
- Mirabai Chanu, Sharmila Dhankar, Asmita Dey, Sakshi Chaudhary, Preeti Pawar, Jaismine Lamboria, Priya Ghanghas, Arundhati Choudhary
- President of IOA
- P.T. Usha
Quotes
P.T. Usha
President of the Indian Olympic Association
“Seeing India's women win eight of our 13 gold medals fills me with immense pride. These achievements are the result of years of dedication by the athletes, their families, coaches and support teams. Every medal tells the story of perseverance and sacrifice. More importantly, these champions are inspiring countless young girls across India to believe that they too can wear the India jersey and succeed on the world stage. That is the true spirit of Nari Shakti.”
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