Nagaland Pencak Silat contingent departs for the 2nd Khelo India Beach Games 2026 to be held at Ghoghla Beach, Diu.
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DIMAPUR — A contingent comprising eight athletes and four officials from Nagaland departed on January 2 for Daman and Diu to participate in the 2nd edition of the Khelo India Beach Games, scheduled to be held at Ghoghla Beach, Diu, from January 5 to the 11th.
The event is being organised by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and supported by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, according to an update.
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The Pencak Silat athletes representing Nagaland are Kitenlo K Thono, Jon, Vitope Sheqi, A Vipu Assumi, Hinokali, Nyia K Thono, Avikali V Sheqi, and Hatneinem Khongsai. They are accompanied by team officials Deep Kumar, Kevin, and Alice, along with technical referee Liike Kibami.
The update noted that the athletes have undergone preparation emphasising sand-based competition techniques.
The Nagaland Pencak Silat Association expressed gratitude to the Department of Youth Resources and Sports and its director, Kethosituo Sekhose, for the support.