At the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Gyaneshwari Yadav lifted a total of 199kg to win silver in the women's 53kg category. Bindyarani Devi matched the same total in the 58kg class to secure a bronze medal.

Key Takeaways

  • Gyaneshwari lifted 199kg total for silver in the 53kg division
  • Bindyarani secured bronze with a 199kg total in the 58kg division
  • Both performances boost India's weightlifting medal tally at Glasgow 2026

Gyaneshwari Yadav's Silver Triumph

Twenty‑three‑year‑old Gyaneshwari Yadav delivered a power‑packed performance in Glasgow, lifting 88kg in the snatch and 111kg in the clean‑and‑jerk for a 199kg total, earning her first Commonwealth Games silver medal in the women's 53kg category.

Head‑to‑Head with Nigeria's Onome Omolola Didih

The battle for gold saw Nigeria's Didih total 206kg (93kg + 113kg), edging out Gyaneshwari by just five kilograms. Both athletes broke previous Commonwealth Games records, but Gyaneshwari's personal bests in both lifts signaled a bright future.

Bindyarani Devi's Bronze Achievement

In the women's 58kg class, 27‑year‑old Bindyarani Devi lifted 87kg in the snatch and 112kg in the clean‑and‑jerk, also totalling 199kg. A conservative start in the snatch left her fourth at the midway point, but a strategic final clean‑and‑jerk secured the bronze.

Historical Background

India's weightlifting journey at the Commonwealth Games has been on an upward trajectory since 2010, accumulating over 30 medals, including multiple golds by Mirabai Chanu. The latest medals by Gyaneshwari and Bindyarani reinforce India's growing dominance in the sport.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the success of these two young women will raise the profile of India's female weightlifting program, attract greater sponsorship, and provide a morale boost ahead of the 2028 Olympics.

"Gyaneshwari and Bindyarani's technical progression and mental resilience position India as a serious contender on the global stage," said national coach Rajnish Kumar.
Did You Know?: India won a record 12 weightlifting medals at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, including four golds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What total lift secured the gold medal in the women's 53kg category?

A: Nigeria's Onome Omolola Didih lifted 206kg (93kg snatch + 113kg clean‑and‑jerk) to claim gold.

Q2: How many weightlifting medals has India won at the Commonwealth Games overall?

A: As of 2026, India has amassed 48 weightlifting medals (15 gold, 16 silver, 17 bronze) across all editions.