ITANAGAR, May 22: Continuing her tremendous run, ace Indian athlete from Arunachal Pradesh - Rupa Bayor, who had earlier won a bronze medal at the 9th Asian Taekwondo Poomsae Championships 2026, has further added a feather to her cap by emerging as the winner of Best Female Fighting Spirit Award at the championships’ curtains were drawn.
Reacting to Bayor making further inroads in her extraordinary career, Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein have commended the daughter of the soil for her superlative showing.
In his social media post, Khandu said: “Miss Rupa Bayor has not only brought pride to the Nation by winning the Bronze Medal for India at the 9th Asian Taekwondo Poomsae Championships 2026, but has also been honoured with the prestigious Best Female Fighting Spirit Award as the championship concludes.
Heartiest congratulations to Ms. Rupa Bayor for making Arunachal Pradesh and the entire Nation proud.”
Taking to his X handle, Mein said: “Congratulations to Miss Rupa Bayor on bringing immense pride to Arunachal Pradesh and the Nation by winning the Bronze Medal for India at the 9th Asian Taekwondo Poomsae Championships 2026. She has also been honoured with the prestigious Best Female Fighting Spirit Award as the championship concludes.
Her remarkable achievement reflects dedication, perseverance, and an indomitable spirit that inspires countless young athletes across the country.
Wishing her many more successes in the years ahead.”