Arunachal Pradesh’s Karateka Khyoda Talik has brought further recognition to the state by clinching a gold medal in the Male U21 Individual Kata category at the Commonwealth Karate Federation Club Championship 2026 held in Glasgow, Scotland.

Congratulating the athlete on his achievement, Chief Minister Pema Khandu highlighted the growing presence of Arunachal’s sportspersons on the international stage.

In a social media post, Khandu acknowledged the role of the Chief Minister’s Athlete Coaching and Empowerment Scheme (CM ACES) in nurturing young talents and providing them with opportunities and support to excel in competitive sports.