The Times of India

Mirabai Chanu, a tea seller's daughter, who carried firewood on her head through forest trails, has today won first gold for India at the Commonwealth Games: The inspiring story of a girl whose first barbell was a bamboo stick

Mirabai Chanu secured a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. She achieved a total lift of 190kg, setting new records in snatch and clean and jerk. This marked her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal win. Her journey began in a small Manipuri village, carrying firewood for her family. Chanu's success highlights her remarkable grit and dedication to weightlifting.