Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh’s talented weightlifter Sambo Lapung has once again brought glory to the state by winning the gold medal in the men’s 110 kg heavyweight category at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 held in Chhattisgarh.
Competing in the prestigious national event, Lapung delivered a commanding performance by lifting a total of 299 kg, finishing well ahead of the silver medalist from Mizoram, David Lal Zawmdika, who trailed by a significant 29 kg margin. His impressive showing has further strengthened Arunachal Pradesh’s position in the weightlifting discipline at the ongoing games.
Lapung, already recognised as one of the state’s star performers in weightlifting, added yet another prestigious medal to Arunachal’s tally at this inaugural edition of the Khelo India Tribal Games. His success highlights the growing prowess of tribal athletes from the Northeast in national-level competitions.
The achievement is being celebrated across the state as a testament to the hard work, dedication, and potential of Arunachal’s young sports talents. Officials and sports enthusiasts have lauded Lapung for consistently raising the bar and inspiring the next generation of weightlifters from the region.
This gold medal win contributes significantly to Arunachal Pradesh’s overall performance in weightlifting at the Khelo India Tribal Games, where the state has been performing strongly.
The Khelo India Tribal Games aim to promote and nurture sporting talent from tribal communities across the country, providing a dedicated platform for athletes from diverse indigenous backgrounds to showcase their skills at the national level.
Tags: Sambo Lapung, Arunachal Weightlifting, Khelo India Tribal Games 2026, Gold Medal Arunachal, 110 kg Weightlifting, Northeast Sports Talent, Arunachal Athletes, Tribal Games Gold, Weightlifting Champion Arunachal, Khelo India 2026
Hashtags: #SamboLapung #ArunachalPradesh #KheloIndiaTribalGames #WeightliftingGold #ArunachalSports #NortheastAthletes #KheloIndia2026 #TribalGames #GoldMedal #SportsArunachal
