ITANAGAR :  Arunachal Pradesh athlete Tamo Taller was accorded a warm reception at Donyi-Polo Airport, Hollongi, on Sunday after winning a silver medal at the United World Wrestling (UWW) Asian Grappling Championship 2026 held in Vietnam.

Taller, a native of Ziro in Lower Subansiri district, brought laurels to the state with his impressive performance on the continental stage.

The reception was organised by the Grappling Association of Arunachal Pradesh (GAAP). Among those present were GAAP President Loku Sono, General Secretary Goken Bam, office bearers of the association, Apatani Students’ Union leaders, social workers, public representatives, government officials, family members, relatives and well-wishers.

Speaking to the media, GAAP President Loku Sono described Taller’s achievement as a significant milestone for Arunachal Pradesh and the country.

“Tamo Taller has brought immense pride to the state and the nation by securing a silver medal at the UWW Asian Grappling Championship. His achievement reflects exceptional determination, skill and sportsmanship and will serve as an inspiration for aspiring athletes across the state,” Sono said.

He said the association, which has recently been affiliated with the Sports Authority of Arunachal Pradesh (SAAP), remains committed to providing greater opportunities for athletes to participate in zonal, national and international competitions.

Sono further informed that Taller was the lone participant from the Northeast among the 11-member Indian contingent. The Indian team secured a total of five medals at the championship, including two silver and three bronze medals.

GAAP Capital Complex Unit President Kipa Onam and other officials also felicitated the silver medallist during the reception programme.