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Assam and Arunachal athletes shine at Khelo India Tribal Games
Day four in Raipur saw Assam finish one-two in women's 69 kg weightlifting and Arunachal sweep the men's weightlifting golds.
By Lalremsiami Hnamte ยท 28 March 2026
Athletes from Assam and Arunachal Pradesh put up strong performances on the fourth day of the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 in Raipur on Saturday, 28 March 2026.
In women's weightlifting, Dimpi Sonowal won gold in the 69 kg category with a total lift of 155 kg. Pallavi Payeng of Assam took silver with 131 kg, giving the state a one-two finish. Arunachal Pradesh won both men's weightlifting golds on offer that day. Ruba Tadu won the 88 kg event with a total of 274 kg, and Lalu Taku won the 94 kg event with 250 kg.
In the pool
Nibir Krow of Assam won gold in the 50 m backstroke in 31.31 seconds, just ahead of Dhoneesh N of Karnataka, who clocked 31.39 seconds. Violina Krow of Assam won bronze in the 100 m freestyle in 1:16.62.
At the end of the day, Karnataka led the medal table with 15 gold, 6 silver and 3 bronze. Odisha was second with 7 gold, 3 silver and 10 bronze. Assam was third with 4 gold, 7 silver and 3 bronze, with Arunachal Pradesh close behind.
Source: The Sentinel
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