Winners of 1st Meluri District Open Badminton Tournament 2026 with officials.
Kohima, October 6 (MExN): The 1st Meluri District Open Badminton Tournament 2026, organised by the Meluri District Badminton Association (MDBA) in collaboration with the Department of Youth Resources & Sports, Nagaland, and the District Administration, Meluri, concluded with a closing programme held at the Multi-Disciplinary Sports Complex, Meluri on October 5.
Shelly Katiry, Additional Deputy Commissioner Meluri graced the closing programme as the Guest of Honour.
In his address, Katity highlighted the importance of sports not only as a means of recreation but also for maintaining physical fitness and overall well-being. He encouraged the younger generation to actively engage in sports and make sports a part of their lives.
He stated that Meluri now being a district, the Meluri District Badminton Association (MDBA) provides a valuable platform for the younger generation to develop their skills and pursue their interest in badminton. He appreciated the MDBA for organising the first-ever district-level badminton tournament and expressed hope that it would encourage greater participation in sports.
Katiry urged the MDBA as well as the citizens of the Pochury community to work collectively towards upgrading sports facilities and infrastructure in the district. He called upon the citizens to contribute and work together in the days ahead towards creating better facilities and opportunities for aspiring sportspersons.
He hoped that the inaugural district badminton tournament would mark the beginning of greater opportunities and continued growth of badminton in Meluri.
The programme was chaired by MDBA technical secretary Aposie Nyuwi while vote of thanks was proposed by MDBA joint secretary Thsuwiesie Nyusou.
Winners
Men’s Open Doubles
• Champion: Atsiatho Nyuthe & Apotshutho
• Runner--up: Thsükuotho Phoji & Saratho Nyusou
Sub-Veteran (35+)
• Champion: Javan & Kuthotso Tunyi
• Runner-up: Thsükuotho Phoji & Saratho Nyusou
Veteran (45+)
• Champion: Javan & Kuthotso Tunyi
• Runner- up: Khruosütho Nyuthe & Chahieng Nyusou
Women’s Doubles
• Champion: Atsarho Phoji & Lowie Kajiri
• Runner-up: Küthsülo & Eülüacy Thurr
