Record performance in Ahmedabad
Mirabai Chanu Golden Triumph in Ahmedabad: Indian weightlifting star Mirabai Chanu clinched gold at the 2025 Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships held in Ahmedabad. Competing in the women’s 48kg category, she lifted a total of 193kg, setting new records in both snatch and clean and jerk.
She managed 84kg in snatch and 109kg in clean and jerk, surpassing previous championship marks. This victory highlights her unmatched dominance and technical excellence.
Static GK fact: Weightlifting has been a part of the Commonwealth Games since 1950, with India among the top-performing nations in the sport.
Securing Glasgow 2026 qualification
The gold medal win holds added significance as it ensures her direct qualification for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Early qualification provides her the advantage to focus on Olympic-level training and preparation, strengthening India’s medal prospects at upcoming international competitions.
Static GK Tip: The 2026 Commonwealth Games will be held in Glasgow, Scotland, making it the city’s second time hosting after 2014.
A comeback to remember
This victory marked Mirabai’s successful return to competitive action after a brief break. The win reaffirmed her reputation as one of India’s most reliable and consistent sporting icons. Her resilience and determination stand as an inspiration for young lifters across the nation.
Static GK fact: Mirabai Chanu was awarded the Padma Shri in 2018 and the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award in 2021.
Continuing a legacy of excellence
Mirabai’s triumph in Ahmedabad adds to her long list of career achievements. She won silver at Tokyo Olympics 2020, and gold at Commonwealth Games 2018 and 2022. Her record-breaking performances in multiple events have established her as a legend in Indian weightlifting history.
Her achievements not only enhance India’s global sporting reputation but also motivate upcoming athletes to pursue excellence in weightlifting.
Static GK Tip: India has produced several world-class weightlifters, with Karnam Malleswari being the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in weightlifting (Sydney 2000).
Static Usthadian Current Affairs Table
Mirabai Chanu Golden Triumph in Ahmedabad:
| Topic | Detail |
| Event | 2025 Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships |
| Venue | Ahmedabad, India |
| Winner | Mirabai Chanu |
| Category | Women’s 48kg |
| Snatch | 84kg (new record) |
| Clean and Jerk | 109kg (new record) |
| Total Lift | 193kg (new record) |
| Qualification Secured | 2026 Commonwealth Games, Glasgow |
| Past Achievements | Tokyo Olympics 2020 Silver, CWG Gold 2018 & 2022 |
| Awards | Padma Shri 2018, Khel Ratna 2021 |
