Commonwealth games weightlifting

Indira Gandhi International Airport: India’s Commonwealth Games Weightlifting medallists received a rousing reception on their return from Glasgow on Sunday, as hundreds of supporters gathered at the Indira Gandhi International Airport to celebrate the contingent’s successful campaign.

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.

Mirabai extended her remarkable legacy at the Games by winning a third successive Commonwealth title in the women’s 49kg category, adding another gold medal to her glittering career.