Kohima, April 26: Nagaland’s Pencak Silat team has made a remarkable achievement by winning a total of 33 medals (10 Gold, 9 Silver, and 14 Bronze) at the 5th North East Pencak Silat Championship held from April 21 to 23 in Imphal, Manipur.
The team was declared the second runners-up team champion, which is a huge feat for the state.
According to the press release issued by the general secretary of the Nagaland Pencak Silat Association, Kashito Kiba, the team’s gold medal winners in the Tanding event include Kevin, Kitenlo K. Thono, Chithuyio Kajisho, Anuska Adhikari, Aahan Debnath, Altab, and Ayush Thapa.
Tiayanger Imsong and Avikali V. Sheqi won the Silver medals while the Bronze medals were won by Liike Kibami, A. Vipu Assumi, Hinokali, Dausanliu Rentta, Hatneinem Khongsai, Anshuman Adhikari, Reevan Jaishi, Ashish Kumar Ray, Rituwin Philio, Rahul Ray, and Mercy Singh.
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In the artistic event, the team’s gold medal winners are Kevin, Alatab, and Jon. Liike Kibami, Hinokali, Avikali V. Sheqi, Hatneinem Khongsai, Mercy Singh, Chithuyio Kajisho, and A. Vipu Assumi won the Silver medals, and Tiayanger Imsong and Dausanliu Rentta won the Bronze medals.
The Pencak Silat team of Nagaland has made the state proud with their exceptional performance at the championship.
Pencak Silat is a martial art form that originated in Southeast Asia and has gained popularity in recent years due to its inclusion in international sporting events. The sport requires a high level of physical fitness, agility, and mental toughness, and the athletes who compete in it are known for their discipline and dedication.
The success of the Nagaland Pencak Silat team is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the athletes and the support they have received from their coaches and the Nagaland Pencak Silat Association. It is also a source of inspiration for young people in the state who aspire to achieve excellence in sports.
In conclusion, Nagaland’s Pencak Silat team has demonstrated exceptional performance at the 5th North East Pencak Silat Championship and has brought glory to the state with their 33 medal wins. Their success is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and discipline, and is a source of inspiration for young people in the state who aspire to excel in sports.
