The Indian team, which brought glory to the nation with its impressive performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, was given a grand welcome at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi. A large number of sports enthusiasts, family members, sports officials, and supporters gathered to welcome the athletes.
The athletes were greeted at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport amid drumbeats, garlands, and chants of “Bharat Mata ki Jai.” Expressing gratitude to the countrymen for this honor, the athletes said that this welcome was nothing less than a dream come true for them and that they would strive to continue winning medals for the country.
Speaking to reporters, Boxing Federation of India President Ajay Singh said that for the first time in the 96-year history of the Commonwealth Games, India has won seven gold medals in boxing. This achievement is a matter of pride not only for Indian boxing but for the entire country.
Crediting the athletes, coaching staff, and all supporting organizations for this success, he said that Indian boxers’ recognition has now been further strengthened at the global level.
Gold medal-winning Indian boxer Sakshi Chaudhary expressed her happiness at the grand welcome she received at the airport. She said she felt extremely proud to see so many people present to welcome her.
Sakshi said that the Government of India, the Boxing Federation of India, and the Haryana Government have always supported the athletes. This support and excellent training made this success possible. Dedicating her gold medal to her countrymen, she said that this achievement belongs to all of India and that she will strive to perform even better for the country in the future.
Sakshi Chaudhary’s grandfather, Satpal Singh, expressed his immense pride in his granddaughter. He offered a message to young athletes: if they continue to work hard with determination and confidence, they will surely achieve success.
Her sister-in-law, Priya, said that Sakshi’s victory was an emotional moment for the entire family. When she won the gold medal, the entire family rejoiced and everyone eagerly awaited her return home.
Indian boxer Preeti Pawar also expressed her happiness with the team’s performance. She said that the Indian athletes performed brilliantly at the Commonwealth Games, and the honor they received upon their return to the country multiplied their joy.
She said that the support received from the Army and the Indian government helped the athletes perform their best. Preeti explained that a national training camp will begin soon, preparing for the Asian Games and other international competitions.
Indian boxer Arundhati Chaudhary attributed her success to the Indian Army, the Army Sports Institute, and the Corps of Military Police. She said that representing the Army instills in athletes an additional motivation to perform better for the country. Previously, she had only the motivation to play for the country, but now, as a soldier, the responsibility has increased. She said that her next goal is the World Cup in Uzbekistan, for which she will prepare diligently.
Boxer Narendra Berwal, who won the silver medal in the men’s 90 kg category, said that her preparations began several months ago. He explained that for national competitions, he trains at the Army Sports Institute, while preparations for international competitions take place at special camps organized by the Sports Authority of India and the Boxing Federation of India in Patiala. He said that his full focus is now on the Asian Games.
Indian para-athletes also performed exceptionally well at the Commonwealth Games. Soman Rana, who won the gold medal in the men’s shot put F-57 event, said that this medal belongs not only to him but to the entire country, the Indian Army, and all those who supported him in his journey. He said that his next goal is the Asian Games and he will work hard for it.
Sharmila Dhankhar, who won the gold medal in the women’s shot put F-57 event, said that winning a gold medal for the country is the greatest honor of her life.
Expressing gratitude for the facilities and support provided by the government, she said that she will continue to work hard in the future to win more medals for India.
Indian para-athlete Suvarna Raj expressed confidence that India will become even stronger in sports in the coming years. He stated that the performance of Indian athletes has steadily improved since 2016, and that in the future, India can challenge the world’s major sports powers in terms of medal count.
Shubham Juyal, who won a medal in the men’s shot put event, said that winning a medal for the country is every athlete’s dream. He stated that Indian athletes made the nation proud by winning several important medals on the final day of the competition. He also stated that the Commonwealth Games will be held in India in four years, and Indian athletes will begin preparing now to perform even better on home soil.
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