Rishikanta Singh Chanambam won a silver medal in the men's 60 kg weightlifting event on Sunday at the 2026 Commonwealth Games [1].
The victory marks India's first silver medal of the games and establishes a new benchmark for the country in the snatch discipline. This performance places India in a strong position within the overall medal standings as the competition continues in Glasgow, Scotland [2].
Chanambam secured the silver medal with a combined total lift of 264 kg [4]. During the competition, he set a new Games record in the snatch with a lift of 121 kg [2]. While some reports described the lift as record-equalling, other official accounts confirm it as a new record for the Games [1, 2].
Mohamad Aniq Bin Kasdan of Malaysia took the gold medal in the same 60 kg category [4]. Chanambam's performance in the snatch was the highlight of the event, contributing to a total that secured his place on the podium [3].
The achievement has drawn praise from Indian leaders and family members. The athlete's family said they were proud of his accomplishment in Glasgow [5].
This result follows a series of preparations aimed at increasing India's medal haul in the weightlifting arena. By securing a record-breaking lift early in the Games, Chanambam has set a high standard for other Indian athletes competing across various weight classes in Scotland [1, 3].
“Rishikanta Singh Chanambam won a silver medal in the men's 60 kg weightlifting event”
The record-breaking performance by Chanambam signals a high level of technical proficiency in the snatch discipline for the Indian weightlifting program. By securing a silver medal and a Games record early in the competition, India establishes psychological momentum and a competitive baseline for its remaining athletes in Glasgow.
