PR No. 01/2026–2027

Lawngtlai, April 1, 2026:Today, the Executive Member of the Sport & Youth Services (SYS) Department, LADC, Pu C. Hrangthianga, hosted a felicitation programme at his office to honour medal winners who represented Lawngtlai District at the Mizoram State Arm Wrestling Championship 2026.

The championship was held on March 26–27, 2026, at Ramhlun Indoor Stadium, Aizawl. A total of 18 players and 3 officials participated from the Lawngtlai Arm Wrestling Association under the leadership of its President, Pu Amos Lalhruaitluanga. The team achieved an impressive performance, winning a total of 7 medals (4 Gold, 1 Silver, and 2 Bronze), securing the 5th position overall in Mizoram.

List of Medal Winners:

1. Vanlalduata (s/o T. Sangkhuma), Lawngtlai-III – 75 Kg Gold

2. Vanbawiuk (s/o Nikara), New Vengpui – 65 Kg Gold

3. T. Lalchhuanpuia (s/o T. Lalhriatpuia), Thingkah – 55 Kg Gold

4. Joshua C. Lalrindika (s/o Peter C. Lalrinngheta), Lawngtlai Bazar – 80 Kg Gold

5. Lalthuthlungdika (s/o Lalfakmawia), Council Veng – 55 Kg Silver

6. Vanbawiuk (s/o Nikara), New Vengpui – Left Hand 70 Kg Bronze

7. Rebek Vanlalruathlui (d/o K. Lalrempuia), Chandmary – 60 Kg Bronze

During the programme, the Association President, Pu Amos Lalhruaitluanga, presented a report and highlighted various needs required for further development.

In his address, Pu C. Hrangthianga congratulated the players, stating that despite being one of the newer sports disciplines, their achievement is highly commendable and has brought pride to the district and the LADC Sports Department. He encouraged the players to continue their dedicated training and assured them that the Council will extend full support in improving training facilities and infrastructure. He also expressed his intention to visit their training centre.

The felicitation programme was also attended by Pu C. Lalhmunsiama, Sport & Youth Officer (SYO), LADC.

Written & Published by:Information & Public Relations Department Lai Autonomous District Council, Lawngtlai