Kathmandu— President Droupadi Murmu congratulated Indian athletes Sachin Siwach, Ankush Panghal, Narender Berwal, and Gulveer Singh on their medal-winning performances at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. The president highlighted their achievements in boxing and track events, emphasizing the pride these accomplishments bring to the nation.

Boxing Triumphs

President Murmu congratulated Sachin Siwach for winning a gold medal in the men's 60 kg boxing event. She praised his resolute display and composure during the fiercely contested final, noting that he earned a well-deserved place atop the podium.

Ankush Panghal also secured a gold medal in the men's 80 kg category, with President Murmu lauding his superb performance in the ring. Narender Berwal won silver in the men's +90 kg event, representing India with distinction despite losing to England’s Damar Thomas.

India concluded its boxing campaign at the Commonwealth Games with a record-breaking haul of seven gold medals and three silvers, finishing atop the medal standings.

Track Success

Gulveer Singh secured India's first-ever bronze medal in the men's 5000m event at the Commonwealth Games. President Murmu congratulated him for this remarkable achievement and noted that it would inspire young athletes to pursue excellence in long-distance running.

The president highlighted Gulveer’s success following his earlier victory in the Men's 10,000m event, emphasizing how these feats will motivate future generations of runners.

(With inputs from ANI)

Originally published on abcnews.com.np.