Haryana CM congratulates Seema Sangwan for winning bronze medal in Commonwealth Games
New Delhi, July 31
Rising from a small village in Bhiwani district to the international stage, athlete Seema Sangwan delivered an outstanding performance in the discus throw event to win a bronze medal, adding another medal to India's tally.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini congratulated Seema Sangwan and said that through her hard work, dedication and outstanding sporting spirit, she has won the bronze medal in the discus throw event and brought laurels to both the state and the nation at the international level.
The Chief Minister further said that Seema's historic achievement is a matter of immense pride not only for Haryana but for the entire country. He added that her accomplishment would inspire other young women athletes of the State to excel in sports and achieve new milestones.
The Chief Minister also emphasized that the Haryana Government remains committed to encouraging sportspersons and providing them with world-class facilities.
"Today, the youth of Haryana are bringing glory to the nation in every international competition, which is a result of the relentless efforts of the athletes and the State Government's sports-friendly policies," he added.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated Indian judokas Harsh Singh and Asmita Dey after their gold medal-winning performances at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, praising their dedication and saying their victories would help boost the popularity of judo in India.
While Harsh Singh clinched the men's 60kg gold medal after defeating Australia's Joshua Katz by Waza-Ari (10-0) in the final, Asmita defeated Canada's Heidi Quach as she prevailed by Yuko (2-1) with a composed and determined display.
— ANI
Reader Comments
This is amazing, but the government must also focus on grassroots development. Facilities in small towns and villages are still lacking. Getting medals today is due to individual persistence, not fully because of policy support. Let's be honest about it. Still, proud of Seema!
Well done Seema! Another girl from Haryana making the entire country proud 💪 शाबाश! And double congratulations to Harsh Singh and Asmita Dey for their gold in judo, we need more coverage of non-cricket sports.
Truly proud moment for our country especially for the women of rural India. These successes will inspire so many young girls to take up sports seriously! Keep it up Seema di 🥉
Great to see India's strong performance at the Commonwealth Games! Your athletes always bring such dedication and energy. Congratulations to Seema, Harsh, and Asmita from across the seas 👏
After watching this, the future of Indian sports looks bright! Politicians always come to take credit when it's time for congratulation posts. Hope the government also provides world-class training facilities and financial support to these athletes
So proud of our athletes! 🎉 Three medals in one day — a bronze
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