Imphal, April 21: Manipur's rising Wushu star Konsam Jona Princie, a fourth-semester Bachelor of Physical Education and Sports (BPES) student at the National Sports University (NSU), has brought glory to India by winning a gold medal in Taijiquan and a silver medal in Taijijian at the 11th Moscow Wushu Stars 2026, held in Moscow, Russia, from April 15 to 21.
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| Konsam Jona Princie of Manipur celebrates with the Indian flag after winning gold in Taijiquan and silver in Taijijian at the 11th Moscow Wushu Stars 2026 in Russia. |
Representing India on the international stage, Jona Princie delivered an exceptional performance in the Taolu discipline, demonstrating remarkable precision, balance, flexibility, and technical excellence. Her impressive display earned her the top podium finish in Taijiquan while securing second place in Taijijian, further establishing Manipur's reputation as a powerhouse of martial arts talent.
Her outstanding achievement has been widely celebrated by the National Sports University community. NSU Vice Chancellor (Officiating) Dr. Shyam Sundar Rath, Registrar Dr. L. Dibamani Singh, Dean of Faculty Smt. Maisnam Chanu Liklainu, Director (Extramural) Dr. N. Amitrasen Singh, along with faculty members, staff, and fellow students, congratulated the young athlete and wished her continued success in future national and international competitions.
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India also enjoyed an impressive campaign at the championship, with several athletes making their mark in various events. In the Taolu category, Achom Tapas, Hanjabam Langlentombi, and Y. Bonish Singh clinched gold medals, while Mayanglambam Suraj added one silver and one bronze medal to India's tally.
The country's success continued in the Sanda category, where Jiya, Rekha, Amit Das, Ansa Hassan Chishti, Aryan, Shiv, and Surya Bhanu Pratap Singh won gold medals. Monika Dolly, Anirudh Chaudhary, and Dheeraj Chaudhary secured silver medals, while Nitin Chaudhary earned a bronze medal.
The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) also congratulated Konsam Jona Princie for her remarkable accomplishment, highlighting the significant contribution of athletes from Manipur to India's growing success in international sporting events. Her latest achievement further reinforces the state's reputation for producing world-class sportspersons and serves as an inspiration for aspiring athletes across the country.
