Shilpa lands in Bengaluru to hero's welcome

Para athlete Shilpa was greeted by supporters at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru on 6 August 2026 after clinching a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026. (Photo: NationPress)

Shilpa, the Karnataka-based para athlete, returned to a rousing reception at Kempegowda International Airport on 6 August 2026 following her Commonwealth Games 2026 bronze medal performance. (Photo: NationPress)

Supporters lined Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru on 6 August 2026 to celebrate para athlete Shilpa's Commonwealth Games 2026 bronze medal — a landmark moment for Karnataka para sports. (Photo: NationPress)

The Commonwealth Games 2026 bronze medal secured by para athlete Shilpa marks a significant achievement for Indian para sport, with fans turning out at Kempegowda International Airport on 6 August 2026 to honour her return. (Photo: NationPress)

Bengaluru celebrated the return of para athlete Shilpa at Kempegowda International Airport on 6 August 2026, with well-wishers gathering to honour her Commonwealth Games 2026 bronze medal — a proud moment for the city and Karnataka. (Photo: NationPress)