Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya felicitates Commonwealth Games Bronze medallist Jhandu Kumar with Rs 10 lakh award

July 27, 2026 10:28 PM

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya felicitates Commonwealth Games Bronze medallist Jhandu Kumar with Rs 10 lakh award

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday felicitated para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar, who won India's first medal at the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, and presented him with a cash award of ₹10 lakh in recognition of his achievement. Jhandu secured the bronze medal in the men's heavyweight para powerlifting event with a best lift of 190kg, opening India's medal account at the Games. The felicitation ceremony was held at the Sports Minister's res...

‘Jhandu Kumar has made the entire nation proud’: PM Modi congratulates para powerlifter on India’s first CWG 2026 medal

July 25, 2026 2:06 PM

‘Jhandu Kumar has made the entire nation proud’: PM Modi congratulates para powerlifter on India’s first CWG 2026 medal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar after the Bihar-born athlete won India's first medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026, clinching bronze in the men's heavyweight para powerlifting event in Glasgow. In a post on X, the Prime Minister hailed Jhandu's remarkable achievement, describing it as a testament to his perseverance and determination. "A spectacular performance by Jhandu Kumar, who has opened India's medal tally at the CWG 2026 by winning a...