Members of the Nagaland team that won multiple medals at the National Arm Wrestling Championships.
Dimapur, June 2 (MExN): Team Nagaland secured multiple medals at the 4th National Arm Wrestling Championship 2026 held at Rashtriya Raksha University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, from May 29 to June 2.
Representing the state under the Arm Wrestling Association of Nagaland (AWAN), the team competed against arm wrestlers from across the country and recorded notable achievements. Avilie Zuyie was named the Youth Champion of Champions, earning the title of Strongest Youth Arm Wrestler in India 2026, while also winning gold medals in the 100 kg Youth Right Arm and 100 kg Youth Left Arm categories. Vethozo Lohe won a gold medal in the 85 kg Senior Right Arm category, while Seyievil Vitsu secured a bronze medal in the 75 kg Youth category.
The Nagaland contingent comprised Kishore Sonar, Mekato M. Yeptho, Subhadeep Mukherjee, Inamul Rahman, Aryan Borah, Anontho Kumar Koch, Karan Singh, Seyievil Vitsu, Avilie Zuyie, Vethozo Lohe and Kevilhou Kevin Chasie.
AWAN congratulated the athletes for their performances, stating that the achievements reflect the growing strength of arm wrestling in Nagaland and would inspire aspiring athletes across the state.
The association also expressed gratitude to parents, supporters and well-wishers for their support during the team’s participation in the championship.
