MP CM Mohan Yadav congratulates Yamini Maurya on Commonwealth Games silver
Bhopal, Aug 1
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday congratulated Sagar's Yamini Maurya for winning the silver medal in the women's 57 kg judo event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, describing her achievement as a proud moment for the state and an inspiration for aspiring athletes.
In a statement, the Chief Minister said Yamini's success reflected the determination, discipline and hard work of the daughters of Madhya Pradesh.
"Yamini's silver medal at the Commonwealth Games and her historic achievement at the World University Games are an inspiration for every young person in the state, especially our daughters. Her success has shown that the daughters of Madhya Pradesh are fully capable of bringing glory to the country on the international stage," Yadav said.
The Chief Minister also congratulated Yamini's coach, Deepak Kumar, and other trainers, saying their dedication and guidance had played a vital role in the judoka's achievement.
Madhya Pradesh's Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Vishwas Sarang said Yamini's medal was a matter of pride not only for Madhya Pradesh but also for the country. "It is a matter of great happiness that India's flag continues to fly high in the Commonwealth Games. It is a matter of pride that two players from Madhya Pradesh have won silver medals. Yamini, our daughter, has won a silver medal in judo," Sarang told IANS.
He added that the success of athletes from the state reflected Madhya Pradesh's strengthening sports ecosystem and would motivate more youngsters to pursue excellence in sports.
Yamini, who hails from Sagar district, clinched the silver medal after an impressive run in the women's 57 kg category at the Glasgow Games. The medal adds another major international achievement to her career after she created history for India at the World University Games.
Her success comes at a time when Indian athletes are delivering impressive performances at the Commonwealth Games, with competitors from Madhya Pradesh making a significant contribution to the country's medal tally.
— IANS
Reader Comments
It's heartwarming to see daughters from smaller towns like Sagar achieving such remarkable success. Her World University Games record and now this Commonwealth medal - she's an inspiration for every girl in MP who dreams big despite limited resources. 😊
Great achievement, but I hope the government doesn't just give congratulations and then forget about supporting these athletes after the spotlight fades. We need sustained investment in sports infrastructure, coaching and financial backing for our athletes across all states, not just campaign photo-ops.
Ekdum kamaal! 🎉 From a small district in Madhya Pradesh to the Commonwealth podium - this is what grassroots talent looks like when nurtured well. The mention of her World University Games historic achievement shows she's consistently performing at the highest level. Dedication like hers deserves all the recognition. Shabaash, Yamini!
Impressive performance! Watching the Commonwealth Games from abroad, it's wonderful to see Indian athletes, especially women from smaller cities, making such a mark in international judo. Her discipline and skill were evident throughout the tournament. Congratulations to Yamini and her entire coaching team! 🇮🇳
MP is clearly emerging as a sports powerhouse - two silver medals from the state already! Yamini's journey from Sagar to Glasgow is proof that talent doesn't need big-city facilities to flourish. This should push private players and corporates to invest in tier-2 and tier-3 city athletes. 👏👏
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