General Dhiraj Seth Felicitates Indian Army Athletes After 16-Medal Haul at Commonwealth Games 2026
Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth felicitated Indian Army athletes after their strong showing at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, where they returned with a combined haul of 16 medals.
The Army sportspersons won eight gold, seven silver and one bronze medal at the event in Glasgow, underlining the depth of talent within the Indian Army’s sporting system. Their results reflected the fitness, discipline and competitive preparation that the force says it continues to build among its personnel alongside military duties.
General Seth met the athletes personally and congratulated them on their performance. He praised their commitment, discipline and determination, and said their success on the international stage would serve as an inspiration for the country.
During the interaction, the Army chief also urged the athletes to keep their focus intact and push for even better results in future international competitions. He stressed the need to carry forward the momentum generated by their Glasgow performance and convert it into sustained success.
The Indian Army has long encouraged its personnel to pursue sporting excellence while serving in uniform, with athletes competing across a broad range of disciplines at national and international levels. Performances such as those in Glasgow also help raise India’s sporting profile abroad.
The felicitation was not limited to the medals themselves but also acknowledged the sustained effort behind the results. General Seth’s interaction reflected the Army’s continued support for sporting talent and its aim of encouraging personnel to excel both in uniform and on the field of play.
