SHILLONG:

In an exciting development for the sport of karate in Meghalaya, a team of thirty-one skilled karatekas from the All Meghalaya Karate–Do Association, under the leadership of Donboklang Lyngdoh, Arjun Sewa, Pynhunlang Kharbuli, and Sunil Rathee as coaches and managers, is gearing up to compete in the highly anticipated India Open International Karate Championship 2023. The prestigious event is scheduled to take place on June 17th and 18th, 2023, at the Talkotara Indoor Stadium in New Delhi.

The Meghalaya contingent is comprised of talented individuals who have been carefully selected to represent the state in this renowned competition. The team boasts a strong lineup of both male and female karatekas, each prepared to showcase their exceptional skills and compete at the highest level. Among the male participants are Wilson Mylliem Pdah, Damebanmerbha S Blah, Kmenlang Shabong, Gideon Tympuin, Shandarson Nongrem, Alferius Kharsyiemiong, Bhawanchwadame Lyngdoh Mawphlang, Davyson Kharkongor, Nangkitbok Phira, Albert Jana, Cheltis Shylla, Iohbor Mylliempdah, Paul Danny Kharmudai, Evanmedon Rynghang, Albert Jyrwa, and Gary Daniel Lyngdoh Mawlong.

Meanwhile, the female representation from Meghalaya comprises Inlumlang Skhemiew, Anisha Wahlang, Daphishisha Shadap, Aibiangpormika Lyngdoh Mawphlang, Daphilahun Wahlang, Kynjailin L. Mawnai, Carene Sohiong, Larisha Kurbah, Carenia Rapthap, Phindasumarlin Rani, Rebeka Nongspung, Laiarisa Nongrum, Saralin Rynghang, and Durka Padit.

The India Open International Karate Championship serves as a platform for karatekas from various parts of the country to compete against each other, promoting the spirit of unity and healthy competition. It is a highly anticipated event in the Indian martial arts scene and attracts participants and spectators alike from across the nation.

The Meghalaya karate team, under the guidance of their experienced coaches and managers, has been diligently preparing for the championship, honing their techniques and strategies to secure victory. Their participation not only highlights the growing interest and talent for karate in Meghalaya but also showcases the dedication and hard work put in by these athletes to achieve excellence in their chosen discipline.

The state and the All Meghalaya Karate–Do Association are immensely proud of the karatekas who have been chosen to represent Meghalaya in this prestigious event. Their participation in the India Open International Karate Championship 2023 promises to be a moment of pride for the state and a testament to the talent and potential present within the region.

The competition is expected to witness intense matches and fierce rivalries, as karatekas from all over the country gather to demonstrate their skills and vie for victory. The Meghalaya team will undoubtedly strive to leave a lasting impression and make their state proud in this illustrious championship.

The India Open International Karate Championship 2023 is set to be a thrilling showcase of martial arts prowess and sportsmanship.