The 1st Meluri District Open Badminton Tournament 2026 was organised by the Meluri District Badminton Association (MDBA) in collaboration with the Department of Youth Resources and Sports, Nagaland, and the District Administration, Meluri, at the Multi-Disciplinary Sports Complex, Meluri, on 5th October 2026.
Commandant, 14th NAP (IR), Kiphire, Khruosutho Nyuthe, NPS, who attended the programme as the Special Guest, in his address stressed that every game has its own rules and regulations, which every player must follow in the true spirit of sportsmanship. He encouraged the participants to develop strong personalities through self-discipline, dedication and perseverance, and urged them to strive for excellence so as to represent Meluri District at the State and national levels.
He further encouraged all officers and personnel of the departments under Meluri District to actively participate in sports, stating that the event was open to everyone. As Meluri is a newly established district, he emphasised that the development of the district requires the collective contribution and participation of everyone.
Nyuthe called upon all the participants to uphold discipline, sportsmanship and humanity, and wished them success in their respective events.
The tournament featured Men’s Open Doubles, 35+ and 45+ categories, and Women’s Doubles, with a minimum of six teams in the Women’s Doubles category. The matches followed BWF regulations and were conducted in a knockout format on a best-of-three basis with 15 points.
The shuttlecocks for the tournament were sponsored by Renbenthung Ezung, Proprietor, Urban Bay Sports, New Secretariat Road, Kohima, whose support contributed to the successful conduct of the tournament.
The programme commenced with an invocation prayer by Wuthovi Nyuthe, Associate Pastor, MVBC, followed by a welcome address by Dr. Thoshusie Katiry, President, Meluri District Badminton Association. The programme was chaired by Aposie, Technical Secretary. A special song by “Belongnin” added to the vibrancy of the occasion, which witnessed enthusiastic participation from players and spectators.
(APRO, Meluri)
