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Harjinder Kaur Wins Silver at Commonwealth Games 2026, Calls Mother After Victory
✍️ Times of India
🗓 29 Jul 2026, 12:41 PM
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Indian weightlifter Harjinder Kaur secured silver in the women’s 69kg event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, upgrading her 2022 bronze. She called her mother immediately after the win, noting her mother was a little upset after her long absence.
Harjinder Kaur, 29, lifted a total of 280 kg in the women’s 69kg category at the Birmingham 2026 Commonwealth Games, earning India a silver medal. The performance marked a steady improvement from her bronze finish in 2022. After the final lift, Kaur dialed her mother, who had been away for months training and competing. She described her mother’s reaction as “a little upset” but proud of the consistency shown. The silver medal is a testament to Kaur’s dedication and the support system that helped her progress on the international stage.