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Asian Weightlifting Championships 2026: Medal Tally

19 May 20261 min read
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Why in the news

Gujarat’s capital region staged the continental weightlifting meet in mid-May 2026, and India finished with a modest haul.

Key facts

  • Venue and dates: Gandhinagar, Gujarat; May 11-17, 2026.
  • Leader: China, 41 medals in all.
  • India’s tally: 10 medals – 1 silver and 9 bronze.
  • Silver medallist: Gyaneshwari Yadav, women’s 53 kg snatch.

Exam angle

  • Host state: Gujarat.
  • Medal tally leader: China.
  • India’s only silver came in a women’s 53 kg event.

Test yourself

1. In which Gujarat city were the Asian Weightlifting Championships 2026 held?

The event took place in Gandhinagar.

2. Who topped the medal tally at the Asian Weightlifting Championships 2026 with 41 medals?

China led with 41 medals.

3. How many medals did India win at the Asian Weightlifting Championships 2026?

India won 10 medals: one silver and nine bronze.