Among those who arrived were Olympic medallist Saikhom Mirabai Chanu, heavyweight weightlifter Lovepreet Singh and Gyaneshwari Yadav, all of whom were greeted by fans, family members and well-wishers after helping India enjoy another memorable outing at the Commonwealth Games.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Mirabai extended her remarkable legacy at the Games by winning a third successive Commonwealth title in the women\u2019s 49kg category, adding another gold medal to her glittering career.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking after landing in New Delhi, the Manipuri star expressed pride in representing both her state and the country.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cComing from Manipur, I feel really proud that I have done something good for my Country,\u201d Mirabai told reporters.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Lovepreet Singh, who secured the silver medal in the men\u2019s +110kg category after finishing just one kilogram behind the gold medallist, also received a warm welcome. The Punjab lifter registered a total lift of 388kg, including a Commonwealth Games record 176kg in the snatch, as India concluded its weightlifting campaign with eight medals \u2013 one gold, six silver and one bronze.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Despite narrowly missing the top step of the podium, Lovepreet said his focus has already shifted to the Asian Games.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI am feeling very good. I would like to thank Captain Vijay, sir and all the senior players who have guided me. I will definitely win the gold medal in Asian Games,\u201d he told IANS.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Despite narrowly missing the top step of the podium, Lovepreet said his focus has already shifted to the Asian Games.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI play in the 53kg category. My family is also very happy. They are excited about my return. I will try to win gold in the Commonwealth Games 2030, which will happen in our country,\u201d she told IANS.<\/p>\r\n\r\n