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North East Interstate Badminton Championship 2026 kicks off today in Meghalaya
✍️ Meghalaya Monitor
🗓 16 Sep 2026, 05:01 AM
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The 2026 North East Interstate Badminton Championship began today, featuring top shuttlers from the region's eight states.
The North East Interstate Badminton Championship 2026 officially opened today in Meghalaya, marking the start of a week‑long competition among the region's leading badminton players. Organisers said the event will run for several days, with matches scheduled across singles, doubles and mixed categories.
Athletes from the eight northeastern states have arrived in Meghalaya to contest the title, aiming to earn points for their state teams and showcase the growing talent pool in Indian badminton. The championship is expected to draw local spectators as well as enthusiasts from neighbouring states.
Officials highlighted that the tournament aligns with broader efforts to promote sports infrastructure and competitive opportunities in the Northeast. The final matches are slated for the closing day, after which awards will be presented to the winning teams and outstanding individual performers.
Athletes from the eight northeastern states have arrived in Meghalaya to contest the title, aiming to earn points for their state teams and showcase the growing talent pool in Indian badminton. The championship is expected to draw local spectators as well as enthusiasts from neighbouring states.
Officials highlighted that the tournament aligns with broader efforts to promote sports infrastructure and competitive opportunities in the Northeast. The final matches are slated for the closing day, after which awards will be presented to the winning teams and outstanding individual performers.