New Delhi: Jeremy Lalrinnunga, who won a gold medal for India at the Commonwealth Games, is showered with congratulations. President Draupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur came to congratulate Jeremy for his golden achievement.
Congratulations to Jeremy Lalrinnunga who won the Commonwealth Games weightlifting gold medal. You are an inspiration to millions of people who have made history despite being injured and never lost their confidence. Your achievement is a source of pride for all Indians. Wish you more success. The President tweeted.
Congratulations, Jeremy Lalrinnunga for winning gold in Weightlifting at #CommonwealthGames. Your self-belief despite injury during the event enabled you to create history & inspire millions.Your podium finish has filled Indians with pride. Wishing you more such moments of glory.
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) July 31, 2022
Our youth is making history. Congratulations to Jeremy Lalrinnunga who won a Games record gold medal in his first Commonwealth Games. At an early age, he has acquired a proud and glorious achievement. All the best for future achievements. The Prime Minister wrote on Twitter.
Our Yuva Shakti is creating history! Congratulations to @raltejeremywho has won a Gold in his very first CWG and has set a phenomenal CWG record as well. At a young age he’s brought immense pride and glory. Best wishes to him for his future endeavours. pic.twitter.com/dUGyItRLCJ
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 31, 2022
Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur said that Jeremy Lalrinnunga’s gold achievement is an unparalleled example of the growth of a star from Khelo India to the top of the sports field. He added that Jeremy’s performance, which broke the Games record, made the country proud.
. @raltejeremy’s GOLD in Men’s 67kg weightlifting in #CWG2022 is a perfect example of the growth of an athlete from Khelo India to TOPS core group. You broke the Games record too. India is proud of you. #Cheer4India pic.twitter.com/4rW1DqYAbF
— Anurag Thakur (@ianuragthakur) July 31, 2022
Jeremy Lalrinnunga won the gold medal for India in the 67 kg category. Jeremy lifted a total weight of 300 kg in the competition. Muscle soreness plagued Jeremy throughout the match. In the third attempt, he injured his elbow. Jeremy made India proud at the Games by biting through pain.