Lucknow, Aug. 1 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath and director general of police Rajeev Krishna on Friday hailed the historic Commonwealth Games gold medal won by UP Police sub-inspector Asmita Dey in the women's 48-kg judo event in Glasgow, Scotland, describing her achievement as a matter of immense pride for the Uttar Pradesh Police, the state and the country.

"Heartiest congratulations to sub-inspector Asmita Dey of the UP Police for bringing glory to 'Maa Bharati' on the global stage by winning the gold medal in the women's 48kg judo event at #CWG2026!", the CM wrote on X.

"Every Indian takes pride in this golden achievement, which stands as an inspiring symbol of the indomitable courage, discipline, determination, and hard work of ...