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'People laughed at my name': Jhandu's bronze a triumph over taunts and adversity

Jhandu Kumar secured India's first Commonwealth Games medal in para powerlifting. He won a bronze medal in the men's heavyweight category with a total of 130.9 points. Kumar overcame polio and taunts to achieve this significant sporting accomplishment. He previously drove an e-rickshaw to finance his diet and supplements for training. His journey continues with aspirations for the Para Asian Games and Paralympics.

25 Jul 2026 11:12 pm