New Delhi, Aug 3:
India concluded its campaign at the Commonwealth Games 2026 with a commendable fourth-place finish, securing a total of 39 medals—13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze. In a competition marked by the absence of several traditional medal-heavy disciplines, the Indian contingent showcased resilience and depth to remain among the top-performing nations.
Australia dominated the medal standings, followed by England and Canada, while India edged past hosts Scotland to claim the fourth position. Both nations finished with an identical total of 39 medals, but India’s higher silver count ensured a superior ranking.
Athletics and para athletics emerged as the backbone of India’s campaign, contributing a combined 16 medals. Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra delivered a strong performance to secure a silver medal in the men’s javelin throw. Meanwhile, India’s para athletes once again proved their mettle on the international stage, producing multiple podium finishes and underlining the country’s growing strength in inclusive sports.
Boxing turned out to be India’s most successful discipline in terms of gold medals. Indian pugilists dominated across categories, bringing home an impressive seven golds. Their consistent performances highlighted the country’s rising stature in international boxing and reflected the effectiveness of grassroots development and training programmes.
Weightlifting also made a significant contribution, adding nine medals to India’s tally. Leading the charge was Olympic medallist Saikhom Mirabai Chanu, who clinched gold in the women’s 48kg category with a commanding display. Her victory once again reinforced her status as one of India’s most reliable performers on the global stage.
Judo emerged as another bright spot, delivering four medals, including two historic golds that marked a breakthrough moment for the sport in India. In addition, para powerlifting contributed a bronze medal, further boosting the country’s overall tally.
What makes India’s performance particularly noteworthy is that it came despite the exclusion of key disciplines such as shooting, wrestling, badminton, hockey and table tennis—sports that have traditionally contributed a substantial share of medals. The ability of athletes in other disciplines to step up and deliver underscores the expanding base of Indian sport.
The 2026 campaign reflects both progress and potential. While finishing just outside the top three, India demonstrated depth, adaptability and emerging excellence across a wider range of sports. As the country looks ahead to future global events, the performance offers both encouragement and a clear roadmap for further growth on the international stage.