PM Modi lauds Lovlina for flagging incorrect map of India in Glasgow restaurant after CWG 2026

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended boxer Lovlina Borgohain for highlighting an inaccurate map of India that was featured on the logo of a restaurant in Glasgow, Scotland. The restaurant was the location of a celebratory dinner for the Indian boxing team following their impressive performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

India had achieved an outstanding feat by winning 10 medals, seven of which were gold, surpassing the previous record for the most medals won in a single edition of the Commonwealth Games in the sport of boxing.

A video of Lovlina, who had secured a silver medal in the women's 75kg category, pointing out the incorrect map went viral on social media. During an interaction with Modi, Lovlina explained that they had had a great performance during the Games and were celebrating when they noticed the distorted map and the missing representation of India's northeastern states.

Initially facing a confrontation with the restaurant staff, Lovlina managed to communicate her concerns politely, leading to the restaurant making the necessary changes.

Modi expressed his admiration for Lovlina's actions, stating that the video showcased a significant and memorable moment. He praised her for recognizing the importance of the map's correction even as the Games concluded. Lovlina had been expected to at least secure a bronze medal prior to her bout, and she was given a first-round bye, ensuring her a spot in the final. During her match against Australia's Emma-Sue Greentree, she delivered a strong performance, ultimately losing by a score of 4-1 in the final bout.