Sanket Mahadev’s Seven-Year Journey to a 55kg Commonwealth Medal

Sanket Mahadev’s ascent was not instantaneous. For seven consecutive years he adhered to a disciplined routine: early morning tea‑stall duties, daytime gym sessions, evening studies, and night‑time lifts. This perseverance culminated in a national record of 256 kg in the 55 kg division. At the 2022 Commonwealth Games, his 248 kg lift earned India a silver medal, marking his transition from a regional hopeful to an international contender. The medal has opened new sponsorship opportunities and elevated his profile within the Indian sporting community.