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On Saturday, Tripura's Chief Minister Manik Saha expressed his heartfelt congratulations to judoka Asmita Dey for her groundbreaking gold medal win at the Commonwealth Games 2026. He emphasized that her success is a source of pride for the state and will motivate future athletes. "I have known her for a while and we have previously honored her. Securing gold at the Commonwealth Games is an incredible feat. The Prime Minister has also sent his congratulations. This moment fills us with pride and joy, showcasing the abundant talent in Tripura. Such achievements will greatly inspire our youth. On behalf of the people of Tripura, I extend my gratitude and best wishes to her for this remarkable performance," Saha stated.

The Chief Minister's comments followed Asmita's historic victory as she became the first Indian to win a gold medal in judo at the Commonwealth Games. The 23-year-old athlete secured the women's 48kg title by defeating Canada's Heidi Quach in a thrilling final that went into Golden Score at the Commonwealth Games held in Glasgow on Friday.

The final match was fiercely contested from the beginning, with both competitors engaging in intense grappling and pushing each other to the mat's edge. Quach took the lead with a scoring throw midway through the match. However, Asmita quickly responded, despite receiving a Shido penalty, with a swift throw that leveled the score. She then gained confidence, launching a series of attacks while skillfully defending against Quach's moves.

As the match ended in a tie after regulation time, it proceeded to Golden Score, where the first point scored would determine the winner. Remaining calm under pressure, Asmita executed a perfectly timed throw near the mat's edge, achieving a decisive yuko and clinching a memorable 2-1 victory.

This gold medal capped an impressive journey for the judoka from Tripura, who had previously defeated Scotland's Sumer Shaw in the semifinals to reach the final. Asmita's rise to success has been marked by resilience and determination. Born on March 22, 2003, she faced financial challenges and personal struggles but persevered to excel in Indian judo. Currently, she serves as a Sub-Inspector in the Uttar Pradesh Police and has now made history with India's first Commonwealth Games judo gold.