Honours International Players with Cash Prizes; Finals to be Held on December 2
Punjab Newsline, Jalandhar, November 30-
The Punjab State Senior Badminton Championship 2024 officially kicked off at the renowned Raizada Hansraj Badminton Stadium in Jalandhar on Saturday. The event, organized by the District Badminton Association (DBA), Jalandhar, will run until December 2, 2024, with approximately 200 players from across the state competing for top honors.
Speaking about the championship, DBA Member Secretary Ritin Khanna shared that the opening ceremony was graced by Sh. Swapan Sharma (IPS), Commissioner of Police, Jalandhar, as the Chief Guest. During his address, Swapan Sharma emphasized the significant role sports play in an individual’s overall development. He stated, "Sports are not only about physical endurance, but they also greatly contribute to personality development, instilling values such as discipline, teamwork, and perseverance." He also congratulated the organizers and the entire DBA Jalandhar team for their efforts in developing the stadium into a premier sports facility.
The ceremony also honored several international badminton players from Punjab who have made notable contributions to the sport. Jalandhar players Manya Ralhan, Divyam Sachdeva, and Mridul Jha were presented with cash prizes in recognition of their outstanding achievements.