President Droupadi Murmu has hailed Indian athletes Gulveer Singh and Harjinder Kaur for their silver medals and said they represent a proud moment for the country and a source of inspiration for all aspiring sportspersons across the country.
The President’s message came on the back of the two athletes performing very well in international events that have helped India with a higher number of medals and has only reinforced the fact that India is in the top 20 nations in the world in terms of multi-sport.
President Murmu was very proud of the effort and dedication that they had put into their team, she said, and all their medals in the Commonwealth Games are a great achievement.
Gulveer Singh, who has become one of India’s most promising long-distance runners, continued his impressive rise in international athletics by taking a silver medal. Gulveer has consistently improved his performances at national and international competitions over the past few years and is one of India’s brightest prospects in distance running. His track discipline, marathon performances, and tactical skills have earned him widespread recognition, and his latest Commonwealth Games medal adds to his legend.
Harjinder Kaur, on the other hand, made another big contribution to her sport as well from an excellent display of strength, focus, and toughness to win a silver medal. Harjinder has participated in international events and is one of the country's top athletes in the field of sports and is known as one of the country’s top athletes. Her latest success is an indication of the dedication of the Indian athlete in her sport in addition to her personal dedication to her own performance and that has not only been in her preparation and training; the excellent coaching system in India has been improved through the use of sports science and organized training.
The Commonwealth Games are still one of the top five sports events held by Commonwealth nations as they bring together athletes from countries across the globe in a celebration of excellence, sportsmanship, and friendship. For India, the Games have always been an important platform to showcase talent and to give a boost to the country’s ability to excel in all sports. Each medal adds to the national tally but also to the confidence of young athletes who wish to represent India in world events.
President Murmu says things like these inspire millions of young Indians to pursue sports with determination. “Such success of our young athletes as Gulveer Singh and Harjinder Kaur shows that hard work, right guidance, and consistency can bring international recognition,” she said. “Their success will inspire the next generation to dream big and strive to excel at sports too.”
Governors, sports officials, coaches, and fans all have praised the athletes’ performance. Thanks have been offered on social media as the medal-winning performances are evidence of India’s competitive advantage in global sports events. Sports fans praised athletes for their calmness in high-pressure situations and their performances at the very top level.
India’s sports ecosystem has changed in recent years with the investment in athletes’ development and high-performance training centres, sports infrastructure, and international exposure. Government initiatives, support from national sports federations, and more scientific coaching all contributed to the performance of Indian athletes in athletics. Gulveer Singh and Harjinder Kaur are also considered to be among the most successful for the long term.
Such international achievements are said to be key in the promotion of sports culture in the country. Medal-winning performances motivate local sports at a very grassroots level and encourage young people to go into the professional sports field. They also enhance India’s reputation as a young and competitive nation in the world of sports.
At the Commonwealth Games 2026, Indian athletes are still working on winning more medals in various disciplines. Gulveer Singh and Harjinder Kaur have secured silver medals, and that is another boost to Team India’s campaign, providing more confidence to the team and the fans in India.
President Murmu's sincere thanks are a reminder of the dedication to the country of those athletes who put in a lot of work and long hours in order to bring honour to the country. Their achievements are a great lesson of what can be achieved, in the long run, with patience, discipline, and a focus on betterment. India will now be able to build on that momentum and continue to be a big player in the Commonwealth Games 2026.
