ITANAGAR, Jul 5: In a spirited performance and a proud moment for Arunachal Pradesh, karate sensation from the Northeast and daughter of the soil, Mesom Singhi has brought glory to the nation by grabbing gold medal in Women’s Kata at the 9th South Asian Karate Championship, held in Colombo, Sri Lanka from July 2 to 5.
Representing Team India under the mentorship of Shihan Keerthan Kondru, the national team coach, Mesom delivered a powerful and graceful kata performance that secured her the top podium spot among the region’s best martial artists.
Hailing from Attangrang village in East Kameng district, Mesom is the daughter of Langku Singhi and Yajik Singhi. She is a 3rd Dan Black Belt holder and one of the most accomplished female karatekas from Arunachal Pradesh, having earned over 26 medals at regional, national, and international levels.
Currently, Mesom is training at MY DOJO KARATE ACADEMY, Hyderabad, under Shihan Keerthan Kondru. She is preparing intensively for her upcoming international events including: Karate 1-Series A, Salzburg, Austria, September 2025 and International Karate Championship, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Mesom’s ultimate goal is to win a medal at the Asian Games 2026, scheduled to be held in Japan. Her journey from a remote tribal village to international karate arenas stands as a symbol of dedication, resilience, and excellence.
Speaking after her latest victory, Mesom stated: “Every medal is a reminder of where I started and where I want to go. I’m grateful to my coach, my family, and all those who believe in me. I am working hard to bring home a medal from the Asian Games 2026.”
Her success continues to inspire youth across the Northeast and serves as a shining example of what focused determination can achieve.