Laithansanga, a young armwrestler from Vaisam village in Jampui Hills of Tripura, has delivered an impressive performance for India at the 2026 World Armwrestling Championship in New Delhi. He secured a bronze medal in the left-hand 55 kg category before adding a silver medal in the right-hand 55 kg category. His double-medal success has brought pride to his village and the wider Mizo community.
At A Glance
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Jampui Hills athlete Laithansanga wins two medals at the 2026 World Armwrestling Championship in New Delhi.
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He claims bronze in the left-hand 55 kg category and silver in the right-hand 55 kg category.
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His achievement brings international recognition to Vaisam village, Tripura and the Mizo community.
The achievement came during the 47th World Armwrestling and 28th World Para Armwrestling Championships 2026, where Laithansanga represented India in the 55 kg category. The international competition is taking place in New Delhi, with more than 1,700 athletes from over 60 countries participating. His two medals have placed the young athlete and his home region of Jampui Hills in the international sporting spotlight.
His impressive performance has brought recognition to his native village and the entire Jampui Hills region. It has also created a proud moment for Tripura and the Mizo community.
Laithansanga secured a bronze medal in the left-hand 55 kg category during the first phase of the championship finals. He then produced another strong performance in the right-hand 55 kg category, winning silver.
The two medals underline his strength, determination and growing ability in international armwrestling. His achievement also places a young sporting talent from a remote corner of Tripura among the country’s medal-winning athletes at a major global competition.
Laithansanga’s Double-Medal Performance Brings Pride to Jampui Hills
Winning medals in both the left-hand and right-hand categories represents a significant achievement for the young armwrestler.
Laithansanga first secured third place in the left-hand 55 kg event. He followed it up with an even stronger performance in the right-hand competition, finishing second to claim silver.
The results have brought Vaisam village into the international sporting spotlight. They have also given the people of Jampui Hills another reason to celebrate the sporting potential of their young generation.
His success carries significance beyond the two medals. It demonstrates how athletes from smaller and remote communities can compete against international opponents and achieve recognition.
Laithansanga’s performance is expected to inspire more young people in the region to take up sports and pursue their ambitions. His achievement could encourage aspiring athletes from Jampui Hills to aim for higher levels of competition.
India Secures 20 Medals in First Two Days of Finals
Laithansanga’s success has contributed to India’s medal campaign at the 47th World Armwrestling and 28th World Para Armwrestling Championships 2026.
Indian competitors have won four gold, two silver and 14 bronze medals during the first two days of the finals. India currently occupies fourth position in the overall medal standings.
Russia, Kazakhstan and Türkiye are ahead of India in the medal table.
The country’s Masters athletes led the medal campaign on October 29. They secured four gold, one silver and seven bronze medals.
Younger Indian competitors strengthened the tally during the left-arm finals on October 30. They added eight more medals to India’s overall collection.
The performances have highlighted India’s growing presence in international armwrestling. Athletes have demonstrated their competitiveness across five age groups, ranging from sub-juniors to grand masters.
Indian Athletes Secure 154 Placings Across 90 Finals
India’s overall performance extends beyond its medal tally.
A total of 128 Indian athletes have secured 154 placings across 90 of the 101 finals completed so far. Another 17 Indian competitors finished in fourth position.
These results reflect the depth of India’s participation in the championship. They also indicate the country’s expanding reach across different age groups and competitive categories.
For athletes like Laithansanga, the championship provides an opportunity to test their abilities against some of the world’s strongest competitors.
The event also offers participants a potential pathway towards the professional armwrestling circuit.
India Hosts World Championship for First Time
The 2026 edition marks the first time India has hosted the World Armwrestling and World Para Armwrestling Championships.
More than 1,700 athletes from over 60 countries are participating in the twin championships.
Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju and Hamirpur MP and former Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Anurag Singh Thakur inaugurated the event on Thursday.
The People’s Armwrestling Federation of India (PAFI) is organising the competition under the aegis of the World Armwrestling Federation (WAF).
The championship has brought together competitors from different countries and age groups, providing a major international platform for the sport.
Right-Arm Finals Continued on October 31
The competition schedule continues with the right-arm finals for Sub-Junior, Junior and Youth athletes on October 31.
The events will cover boys’, girls’, men’s and women’s categories.
Swen, the championship’s official streaming partner, will provide live coverage of the competitions.
As the championship progresses, Laithansanga’s double-medal achievement stands out as a significant success for Tripura.
His silver and bronze medals have brought international recognition to Vaisam village and Jampui Hills. More importantly, his performance offers an encouraging example for young athletes who aspire to represent India at international sporting events.
