The Nagaland Taekwondo Association (NTA) participated in the International Open Kukkiwon Cup 2025 held in Delhi, India, from October 9 to 12. The 16-member team was led by Coach Santsuthung Ngullie and Team Manager Ram Bahadur.
Nagaland athletes delivered an impressive performance, securing a total of 11 medals, including five gold, three silver, and three bronze.
In the Kyorugi Fresher Category, the medal winners were:
Andrew N. Lotha, gold medal in Under 45 kg; Randanbemo Z. Kikon, gold medal in Under 49 kg; Thungben Lotha, gold medal in Under 57 kg; Jongibemo L. Ngullie, silver medal in Under 33 kg; Solan C. Ngullie, bronze medal in Under 22 kg; Lalmalson Doungel, bronze medal in Under 20 kg; and Wonchibemo R. Ngullie, bronze medal in Under 41 kg.
In the Poomsae Regular Category, Sanjay Chettri won gold in the Under 40 years category.
In the Kyorugi Regular Category, Lakhan Chettri claimed gold in Cadet Under 33 kg, Nikhal Bosfor won silver in Junior Under 45 kg, and Antimonyu Chang secured silver in Senior Girls Under 67 kg.
The association expressed gratitude to all affiliated district associations, the Director of Youth Resources and Sports, and the NTA President for providing the platform to participate in the international event.
