New Delhi, July 27 -- Parents of the Indian para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar, who clinched the bronze medal in the men's heavyweight event at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, expressed happiness at his achievement and recalled the struggles their son endured during his journey to a podium finish in the prestigious international event.

Jhandu secured bronze in the men's heavyweight para powerlifting event at the SEC Armadillo in Glasgow. The 28-year-old, competing in Group B, recorded his best lift of 190 kg on his second attempt, earning 130.9 points.

Speaking with ANI, Jhandu's father, Ramanand Paswan, said Jhandu Kumar contracted polio in 1990 and it didn't heal properly. He said his son worked, drove a rickshaw, and sold biscuits. P...