Arunachal Pradesh continues to strengthen its reputation as a powerhouse for martial arts in India. In the latest development, four talented Ju-Jitsu athletes from the state have been selected to represent the Indian national team at the third South Asian Ju-Jitsu Championship, scheduled to take place in Sri Lanka from April 10 to 12. The Arunachal Ju-Jitsu Association confirmed in a press release that the selected athletes—Byabang Bhupal, Dongda Taduk, Langkung Adam, and Langkung Duta—have been chosen by the Ju-Jitsu Association of India to compete on the international stage. This selection underscores the growing caliber of combat sports in the Northeast. Accompanied by team official Nich Tell, the contingent departed from Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday. The team is traveling via Delhi before heading to the island nation to begin their campaign for continental glory. The 3rd South Asian Ju-Jitsu Championship is expected to be a highly competitive event, featuring top martial artists from across the region. For the athletes from Arunachal, this championship serves as a critical platform to showcase their skills and technical proficiency in a discipline that requires immense discipline and physical endurance. The state association expressed immense pride in the athletes’ journey, noting that their participation at this level is a result of years of rigorous training and consistent performance in national-level tournaments. The departure of the squad has sparked a wave of encouragement from the local sports community, who see these martial artists as ambassadors of the state’s sporting excellence. As the athletes prepare to face their South Asian counterparts, the focus remains on bringing home medals and further popularizing Ju-Jitsu within the region. The inclusion of an official like Nich Tell ensures that the team has the necessary administrative and technical support to navigate the logistics of an international tournament. With the championship set to kick off this weekend in Sri Lanka, all eyes will be on the performance of the Indian contingent, specifically the four representatives from Arunachal Pradesh. Their participation not only elevates the status of the sport in the state but also inspires the next generation of athletes to pursue martial arts at a professional level. Stay tuned as we bring you more updates on their progress and results from the mats in Sri Lanka.
