PM Modi: Inspires CWG Medalists with Winning Mantra. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met India’s Commonwealth Games 2026 medal winners at his official residence in New Delhi on Sunday, offering personal congratulations for their standout performances in Glasgow. The visit came just after India secured fourth place in the overall standings, a result that impressed many given the smaller team size. During the interaction, the PM shared a video on X with the caption “Always #Cheer4Bharat,” capturing a heartfelt exchange with the athletes.
In the video, gold medallist boxer Sakshi Chaudhary expressed the team’s pride in meeting PM Modi, describing him as humble and approachable. When prompted for a message, the PM delivered his winning mantra: “Jo khelega, woh khilega” (The one who plays, will blossom). He then led the contingent in three rousing chants of “Bharat Mata ki Jai,” energizing the room and underscoring his belief in sports as a path to national pride.
India’s Glasgow campaign was remarkable, yielding 39 medals—13 gold, 17 silver, and nine bronze—despite sending only 122 athletes compared to 210 in Birmingham 2022. Notably, 30 of the previous medals came from sports absent this time, yet India held firm in fourth place. Gulveer Singh was the sole double medalist, while 38 athletes returned with hardware, proving depth and resilience under pressure.
PM Modi’s interaction highlights a broader message of support for Indian athletics, even as questions about government backing continue to spark public debate. With the Commonwealth Games flag now handed to India for the centenary edition in Ahmedabad in 2030, the PM’s encouragement offers a timely boost to the nation’s sporting ambitions.