Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in a group photo with the Indian Army contingent, which bagged 16 medals, including 08 gold, at the Commonwealth Games 2026, in New Delhi on August 14, 2026. | Photo Credit: ANI Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday (August 14, 2026) interacted with Army personnel who won 16 medals, including eight gold, seven silver and one bronze, at the recently concluded Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland. Editorial | ​Podium finish: On India at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games India won a total of 39 medals — 13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze. Personnel from the armed forces accounted for 18 of these medals, with the Army winning 16 and the Navy two. Mr. Singh described the performance of the armed forces sportspersons as “extraordinary” and commended their determination and ability to overcome physical and mental pressure while competing at the international level. He said the athletes were a source of inspiration, particularly for the youth, describing them as a “perfect blend of a soldier and a champion”. The Defence …