# PM Modi meets Commonwealth Games medallists, shares video

2026-08-09T14:58:55+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 9, 2026, met India's Commonwealth Games medallists from the Glasgow Games at his residence in New Delhi. He congratulated the athletes on their performance, where India finished fourth with 39 medals, including 13 gold. Boxer Sakshi Chaudhary, who won gold in the women's 51kg category, called the meeting a proud moment and praised the PM as humble. Modi shared a video of the interaction on Instagram, X, and Facebook, with the message "Jo khelega, vo khilega" (one who plays will flourish). He encouraged athletes to continue representing the nation and called for stronger support for Indian sports. India's boxing contingent was a standout, winning a record 10 medals, seven of them gold.

## Coverage

- thehindu.com <https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/pm-modi-meets-cwg-medallists-lauds-their-performances/article71325127.ece>
- hindustantimes.com <https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/cheer-4-bharat-pm-modi-meets-cwg-medal-winners-shares-new-video-101786284963969.html>
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- indiatvnews.com <https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/other/jo-khelega-vo-khilega-pm-modi-shares-instagram-reel-after-meeting-commonwealth-games-medallists-2026-08-09-1050863>

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