Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed delight over weightlifter Achinta Sheuli winning a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games, saying he worked very hard for the special achievement.
President Droupadi Murmu said Sheuli has made India proud by winning a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games.
Modi also tweeted a clip of his interaction with Sheuli before the Indian contingent left for the Commonwealth Games.
"We had discussed the support he received from his mother and brother. I also hope he gets time to watch a film now that a medal has been won," he said.
Sheuli (73kg) lived up to his top billing as he clinched India's third gold in the Commonwealth Games on Sunday.
Favourite to win the event, debutant Sheuli heaved 313kg (143kg+170kg) to grab the gold.
The prime minister also said, "Delighted that the talented Achinta Sheuli has won a Gold Medal at the Commonwealth Games. He is known for his calm nature and tenacity. He has worked very hard for this special achievement. My best wishes to him for his future endeavours."
"You are the champion who has created a history. Heartiest congratulations!," Murmu tweeted.
"Achinta Sheuli has made India proud by winning gold and making the tricolour fly high at the #CommonwealthGames. You immediately overcame the failure in one attempt and topped the lineup. You are the champion who has created a history. Heartiest congratulations!" the president tweeted.
Malaysia's Erry Hidayat Muhammad, who gave Sheuli a tough competition, ended as the second best lifter at the event. Canada's Shad Darsigny was third with a total lift of 298kg (135kg+163kg).
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday congratulated weightlifter Achinta Sheuli on his success at the Commonwealth Games (CWG).
Banerjee said that the feat of the weightlifter from Bengal's Howrah district will inspire countless countrymen.
Truly a proud moment for all of us as the young #AchintaSheuli from West Bengal wins the third gold medal at CWG, 2022. Heartfelt congratulations to him, Banerjee tweeted.
Your success will serve as an inspiration to countless others in the country. All the best for your future endeavours! she added.