Winners of the 37th Mokokchung District Badminton Open Championship 2025 with MDBA officials. (Morung Photo)
Morung Express News
Mokokchung | July 13
The 37th Mokokchung District Badminton Open Championship 2025, organised by the Mokokchung District Badminton Association (MDBA), concluded on July 12 at the Indoor Badminton Stadium, Mokokchung, following a three-day competition.
This year’s championship witnessed 122 players—85 male and 37 female—competing across 19 categories, ranging from Under-9 to 50+ years. A total of 123 matches were played throughout the tournament.
Winners and runners-up in each category were felicitated with certificates and medals in recognition of their performances.
The championship also functioned as a selection platform for the Mokokchung district team, which will compete in the Inter-District Badminton Tournament scheduled to be held in Chümoukedima from July 29 to August 1. Based on their performance, 55 players have been selected and will undergo an intensive coaching camp under the guidance of MDBA, beginning July 14.
The closing ceremony was graced by Longden Longkumer, Managing Director of LL Group, Dimapur, as the special guest, and was chaired by Dr. Obendangla.
