India Secures 32 Medals at Heroes Taekwondo Championship

In Brief:

1. Event & Outcome: India won 32 medals (7 gold, 13 silver, 12 bronze) at the 9th Heroes International Taekwondo Championship 2026 in Pattaya.
2. Squad Size: A 38-member Indian contingent (33 athletes, 5 coaches) led by coach Ambrose Kumar Bora.
3. Assam's Role: Included athletes from Handique Girls' College (19), Cotton University (13), and Arya Vidyapeeth College (2).
4. Key Winners: Dhimani Hazarika (Gold, Under-53 kg) and Rairoop Khaklari (Silver).

At the 9th Heroes International Taekwondo Championship 2026 held in Pattaya City, Thailand, India achieved a total of 32 medals—7 gold, 13 silver, and 12 bronze. Led by coach Ambrose Kumar Bora, the 38-member Indian contingent (33 athletes and 5 coaches) featured a strong presence from Assam, including competitors from Handique Girls' College, Cotton University, and Arya Vidyapeeth College. Highlights from Assam's athletes include Dhimani Hazarika winning gold in the Under-53 kg category and Rairoop Khaklari securing a silver medal.