Lamtluang Online News, 5 November 2024: Mizoram's arm wrestling team has achieved remarkable success at the Asian Arm-Wrestling International Cup 2024, held in Mumbai from October 19-26.
Denic Lalruattluanga won the gold medal in the Senior Men's 80 kg category, while Benjamin Lalawmpuia secured a silver medal in the Senior Men's 100 kg category.
Vanramnghaki also excelled, winning two silver medals and a bronze medal in the Women's 80 kg category and Para Women's category, respectively.
Pu Lalnghinglova Hmar, Minister of State for Sports & Youth Services, felicitated the team and announced a revised Sports Incentive Cash Award scheme covering both Olympic and non-Olympic sports disciplines.
Mizoram is set to host the Pro Panja Mega Match Mizoram in December, featuring top arm wrestlers from around the world competing alongside Mizo athletes.
The event will headline gold medalist Denic Lalruattluanga, who will face off against a world-class opponent.
Parvin Dabas, founder of the Pro Panja League, praised Mizoram's support for arm wrestling, noting the league's remarkable growth and reach of 32 million viewers in its first season.
India finished as the runner-up in the overall team standings, securing 63 gold medals and bagging the second position in the medal tally.
The Mizoram government's commitment to sports development has been instrumental in the state's growing prowess in arm wrestling.
Source: DIPR Mizoram
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