President Murmu Congratulates Mirabai Chanu on Asian Games Silver Medal

President of India Droupadi Murmu congratulated Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu on winning the Silver Medal in the Women’s 49kg weightlifting event at the Asian Games 2026.

I extend my heartiest congratulations to Mirabai Chanu on winning the Silver Medal in the Women’s 49kg Weightlifting event at the Asian Games 2026. This achievement brings India a weightlifting medal at the Asian Games after 28 years. With medals at several prestigious…

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) September 23, 2026

In a social media post, President Murmu described the achievement as a proud moment for India, noting that it brings the country a weightlifting medal at the Asian Games after 28 years.

President Murmu also highlighted Mirabai Chanu’s impressive international career, which includes medals at several prestigious tournaments, including the Olympic Games, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games and World Championships.

Congratulating the Indian weightlifting star, the President said Chanu’s journey continues to serve as an inspiration to the younger generation of athletes.

Mirabai Chanu’s Asian Games 2026 silver adds another significant chapter to her decorated career and strengthens India’s presence in international weightlifting.