Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Interacts with Indian Army Athletes for Winning 16 Commonwealth Games Medals
Aug 14, 2026
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday interacted with members of the Indian Army contingent that won 16 medals at the recently concluded Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.
The Army athletes secured eight gold, seven silver and one bronze medal, contributing significantly to India’s overall medal tally of 39 at the Games.
Singh praised the athletes for their determination, discipline and ability to overcome intense physical and mental pressure. He said their performance had made the nation proud and described them as a “perfect blend of a soldier and a champion.”
Highlighting the performance of India’s women boxers, Singh noted that they had won four of the country’s six gold medals in boxing. He said their achievement would inspire more young women to take up the sport and consider a career in the defence forces.
The Defence Minister also extended his best wishes to the athletes for their upcoming international competitions, including the Asian Games and the Olympics.
According to the Defence Ministry, personnel from the Indian Defence Forces won 18 of India’s 39 medals at the Commonwealth Games, with the Indian Army accounting for 16 and the Indian Navy for two.
