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Nagaland Retains Northeast Pencak Silat Championship with 80-Medal Haul
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🗓 18 Sep 2026, 12:38 AM
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Nagaland successfully defended its title at the Northeast Pencak Silat Championship, securing a total of 80 medals to remain the top-performing state in the regional martial arts competition.
Nagaland has once again emerged as the dominant force in the Northeast Pencak Silat Championship, successfully retaining its crown with an impressive haul of 80 medals. The state's athletes delivered a strong collective performance across various categories to maintain their supremacy in the regional martial arts arena.
The championship, which brings together competitors from across the northeastern states, witnessed Nagaland's contingent showcasing remarkable skill and consistency. Their 80-medal tally underlines the growing depth of talent and training infrastructure for Pencak Silat within the state.
By defending the title, Nagaland has reinforced its position as a leading hub for the sport in the region. The achievement highlights the dedication of the state's martial artists and the increasing prominence of Pencak Silat in India's northeastern sporting landscape.
The championship, which brings together competitors from across the northeastern states, witnessed Nagaland's contingent showcasing remarkable skill and consistency. Their 80-medal tally underlines the growing depth of talent and training infrastructure for Pencak Silat within the state.
By defending the title, Nagaland has reinforced its position as a leading hub for the sport in the region. The achievement highlights the dedication of the state's martial artists and the increasing prominence of Pencak Silat in India's northeastern sporting landscape.