Jhandu Kumar secured India's first medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. He won a bronze in Men's Heavyweight Para Powerlifting in Glasgow. Kumar, son of a vegetable vendor, overcame significant financial and physical challenges. He trained rigorously after long workdays to achieve his sporting dream. This bronze medal marks a life-changing achievement for the determined athlete.

Commonwealth Games 2026: Jhandu Kumar won a bronze medal in the men's heavyweight category in the para powerlifting event.

NEW DELHI: For years, Jhandu Kumar's days began at a vegetable market and ended in a gym. When life became tougher during the COVID-19 pandemic, he swapped the market for an…