President Droupadi Murmu on 31 July congratulated Indian athletes Lovepreet Singh and Seema Kaliramna after the two claimed medals at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow — Singh securing silver in men's +110kg weightlifting and Kaliramna earning bronze in women's discus throw. The President took to X to personally commend both athletes and wish them further success on the international stage.

Lovepreet Singh's Silver — One Kilogram Short of Gold

Weightlifter Lovepreet Singh delivered a gutsy performance in the men's +110kg category, finishing with a combined lift of 388kg. He narrowly missed gold by just 1kg, as New Zealand's David Liti topped the podium with a lift of 389kg. The margin was agonisingly slim, but Singh's effort was widely praised as a display of exceptional strength and resolve.

'Warm congratulations to Lovepreet Singh on clinching the silver medal in the men's 110+ kg weightlifting event at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026. Your remarkable performance reflects your steadfast determination, remarkable strength and relentless pursuit of excellence. Your achievement has brought immense pride and joy to every Indian. I wish you many more laurels in the years to come,' President Murmu wrote on X.

Seema Kaliramna's Bronze — A Night of Fouls and Resilience

Discus thrower Seema Kaliramna claimed bronze in the women's discus throw with a best effort of 58.65m, though the route to the podium was far from straightforward. Competing on what was described as a wild night, Kaliramna managed only two valid throws in six rounds, repeatedly seeing the discus entangle in the side netting.

After opening with a foul, she registered 57.32m on her second valid attempt before reaching her peak of 58.65m. Her final three throws were all ruled fouls, yet that single best effort proved sufficient to secure the bronze medal. The performance underscored Kaliramna's composure under pressure despite the technical difficulties she faced throughout the competition.

'Heartiest congratulations to Seema Kaliramna on winning the bronze medal in the Women's Discus Throw event at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026. Your achievement is a testament to your perseverance, dedication and hard work. Your success will inspire young women to strive for excellence in sports. May you continue to bring glory to the nation,' President Murmu said in a separate post on X.

Presidential Recognition and National Pride

The personal messages from the President reflect the significance India places on Commonwealth Games performances, particularly in athletics and weightlifting — disciplines where Indian athletes have historically punched above their weight. Both Singh and Kaliramna's medals add to India's tally at Glasgow CWG 2026, reinforcing the country's growing depth in track-and-field and strength sports.

What's Next for the Athletes

With the Commonwealth Games still ongoing in Glasgow, the spotlight will remain on India's contingent. For Lovepreet Singh and Seema Kaliramna, the President's public acknowledgement is expected to serve as further motivation as both athletes set their sights on upcoming international competitions. The performances in Glasgow are likely to shape their selection prospects for future multi-sport events.