Our Correspondent
MOKOKCHUNG, OCTOBER 26
The first Nagaland Badminton Ranking Tournament held at Indoor Stadium, Mokokchung got culminated on last October 24. The closing programme was graced by Additional Deputy Commissioner of Mokokchung, Rajesh Sundarajan IAS as the chief guest.
Rajesh Sundarajan, in his address lauded the dedication of the president and all the members of MDBA for making this tournament happen.
He also encouraged the young players to have sincerity in their efforts and give all they have to achieve their goal. “I want the young talent to rise up to the national level and get trained in the best academies in the country,” he said.
Meanwhile, the chief referee delivered the synopsis of the tournament and NBA official observer pronounced the tournament ranking remarks.Tourney was organized by Mokokchung District Badminton Association (MDBA) under the aegis of Nagaland Badminton Association (NBA) from October 23 to October 24. Altogether 87 players from Nagaland Police, Kohima, Mokokchung, Dimapur Peren, Zunheboto, Phek, Wokha and Tuensang partook in the first ever ranking tournament. The tournament was held comprised of veteran’s men 35+, 40+, 45+, 50+ & 55+ for both single and double events. The Sub-Junior (Boys & Girls) comprised of under-13 & 15 for both single double events
