Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh’s Sambo Lapung and Kojum Taba have brought laurels to the state by winning medals in the Inter-State Weightlifting Championships 2024 held in Himachal Pradesh.
Sambo Lapung achieved a gold medal in the Senior Men’s Category, showcasing his exceptional skills and earning recognition in the sporting community.
Kojum Taba secured a silver medal in the Senior Men’s 102 kg category, demonstrating remarkable strength and determination.
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu took to X to congratulate the weightlifters on their achievements.
Congratulations to Arunachal’s pride!
Kudos to Kojum Taba for clinching a silver medal in the Inter-State Senior Men’s 102kg category at the National Weightlifting Championships 2024-25 in Himachal Pradesh! 🥈
And another golden victory for Arunachal’s very own Sambo Lapung,… pic.twitter.com/Our20IAYxR
— Pema Khandu པདྨ་མཁའ་འགྲོ་། (@PemaKhanduBJP) October 12, 2024
“Congratulations to Arunachal Pradesh’s pride! Kudos to Kojum Taba for winning a silver medal in the Inter-State Senior Men’s 102kg category at the National Weightlifting Championships 2024-25 in Himachal Pradesh!” CM Khandu wrote on X.
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“And another golden victory for Arunachal Pradesh’s very own Sambo Lapung, who secured the top spot in the Senior Men’s category with a gold medal! Your achievements continue to make our state proud. Best wishes for more success ahead!” the post further added.
