- India finished with a record seven para medals at CWG 2026.
- The contingent registered its best-ever Commonwealth Games para performance.
- The historic campaign ended with multiple podium finishes in Glasgow.
India's para athletics contingent signed off from the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with its most successful campaign in the history of the event, securing seven medals across various disciplines. The remarkable haul of three gold, two silver and two bronze medals marked India's best-ever performance in para sports at the Commonwealth Games, underlining the country's growing dominance on the international stage.
The final day of para competition proved to be the most rewarding for the Indian contingent as athletes delivered a string of podium finishes to cap off a memorable campaign. The performances reflected years of investment in para sports and showcased the depth of talent emerging from the country.
India Finishes with Record Seven-Medal Haul
India concluded its para events campaign with a total of seven medals, comprising:
Gold – 3
Silver – 2
Bronze – 2
The medal tally surpassed India's previous best at the Commonwealth Games and highlighted the nation's steady rise among the world's leading para sporting nations.
Soman Rana and Shubham Juyal Complete Historic One-Two
The biggest highlight of the final day came in the Men's Para Shot Put F57 event, where Soman Rana produced a season-best throw of 13.40 metres to clinch the gold medal. Fellow Indian Shubham Juyal followed closely with a season-best effort of 13.28 metres, securing the silver medal and completing a memorable Indian one-two finish.
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The result marked one of India's finest moments of the Games, with both athletes dominating the competition and adding two more medals to the country's tally.
Dilip Gavit Scripts History with Double Gold
Sprint sensation Dilip Gavit emerged as one of India's standout performers in Glasgow after winning two gold medals in para athletics. His victories established him as one of the most successful Indian para athletes at the Games and played a crucial role in India's record-breaking medal haul.
His performances demonstrated exceptional speed and consistency, further strengthening India's reputation in para track events.
Strong Performances Across Para Athletics
Apart from the gold medal winners, several Indian athletes delivered commendable performances throughout the Games. The contingent displayed remarkable consistency in field and track events, with multiple finalists and podium finishes reflecting the growing depth of India's para programme.
The medal-winning performances across disciplines highlighted the country's progress in nurturing elite para athletes capable of competing against the world's best.
A Milestone for Indian Para Sports
India's record-breaking seven-medal campaign represents another significant milestone for the country's para sports movement. Improved infrastructure, increased international exposure, and support through government initiatives have helped Indian para athletes consistently deliver results on the biggest stages.
As the para events concluded in Glasgow, India walked away with its best-ever Commonwealth Games performance, finishing with three gold, two silver and two bronze medals. The historic campaign not only added to the nation's medal tally but also reinforced India's emergence as a major force in global para athletics, setting high expectations for future international competitions.