AIZAWL: Mizoram chief minister Zoramthanga, on Tuesday, met Commonwealth Games gold medallist Jeremy Lalrinnunga.
Mizoram CM Zoramthanga met Jeremy Lalrinnunga at the chief minister’s office in Aizawl.
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Mizoram CM Zoramthanga had a “short interaction” with Commonwealth Games gold medallist Jeremy Lalrinnunga.
“I am impressed with his courage and tenacity,” said Mizoram CM Zoramthanga.
The Mizoram CM added: “I wish him all the best in his future journey and hope that he continue to be an example for the younger talents.”
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Jeremy Lalrinnunga – weightlifter hailing from Mizoram – won gold medal in men’s 67kg category for India at the Commonwealth Games.
Jeremy Lalrinnunga won the gold by setting a new CWG record of 300kg in the 67kg category.
Notably, this is India’s second gold medal at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
Jeremy Lalrinnunga lifted a total of 300 kgs (140kg in snatch and 160kg in clean and jerk).