ITANAGAR, May 19: It’s a double delight for Arunachal Pradesh as one of its most illustrious daughters - Rupa Bayor has not only booked her berth for the Asian Games 2026 in Japan but also bagged a bronze medal at the 2026 Asian Taekwondo Poomsae Championships, besides garnering accolades from Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Home Minister Mama Natung.
Taking to his X handle, Khandu said: “Heartiest congratulations to Miss Rupa Bayor on qualifying to represent India at the 2026 Asian Games and on winning a Bronze medal at the 2026 Asian Taekwondo Poomsae Championships.
Congratulations as well on becoming the first Indian to secure two consecutive medals at the Asian Championships, a matter of immense pride for the nation and especially for Arunachal Pradesh.”
The CM further added: “Your qualification for the Asian Games reflects your exceptional hard work, dedication, and perseverance. Wishing you greater success, strength, and glory in the upcoming Asian Games.”
Meanwhile, Natung, in his social media post, said: “Heartiest congratulations to Miss Rupa Bayor on her remarkable achievement of winning a Bronze medal at the 2026 Asian Taekwondo Poomsae Championships and qualifying to represent India at the upcoming Asian Games.
Congratulations as well on becoming the first Indian to secure two consecutive medals at the Asian Championships, a matter of immense pride for the nation and especially for Arunachal Pradesh.Such accomplishments continue to inspire the younger generation of our state to dream bigger and pursue their aspirations with determination.”
He further said: “Wishing her continued success and glory as she prepares to represent India at the Asian Games. Arunachal Pradesh stands proud of her achievement and Wishing her greater success and glory in the Asian Games ahead.”