Chanu, who was competing in the new 48kg category following the International Weightlifting Federation\u2019s revision of weight divisions, described the victory as a product of hard work and collective effort.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"I am truly delighted to win the gold medal here in Ahmedabad. Competing on home soil after a year since the Paris Olympics made this moment even more special, and the support from the crowd gave me immense motivation. This victory is the result of relentless hard work, my coaches\u2019 guidance, and the constant encouragement of the nation. It\u2019s a great confidence boost as I prepare for the World Championships in October, and I\u2019ll continue to give my best to make India proud on the international stage,\" said Chanu after the match.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The triumph not only added another medal to Chanu\u2019s glittering career but also secured her direct qualification for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with the ongoing event serving as a qualification tournament. This was the fifth medal of her career at the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships \u2014 after golds in 2013, 2017, and 2019, and silver in 2015.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Chanu, a former world champion, admitted the result would serve as a confidence boost ahead of the World Championships in October, where she will continue her quest for international glory.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
India enjoyed a successful day overall, with young lifters stepping up alongside Chanu. Preetismita Bhoi opened India\u2019s medal account by winning gold in the women\u2019s 44kg division, lifting 63kg in snatch and 87kg in clean & jerk for a total of 150kg. In the process, she set new Youth Commonwealth records in clean & jerk and total.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Chanu, a former world champion, admitted the result would serve as a confidence boost ahead of the World Championships in October, where she will continue her quest for international glory.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With over 300 athletes from 31 nations competing, India fielded a 16-member senior contingent led by Chanu, supported by four reserves.<\/p>\r\n\r\n