44th All India Major Ports Shuttle Badminton Tournament Concludes at Deendayal Port
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Port Wings News Network:
The 44th All India Major Ports Shuttle Badminton Tournament concluded at Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla, on 20 February 2026 after four days of thrilling matches and exceptional sporting display by teams representing Major Ports across India.
The tournament witnessed outstanding performances across various categories. Mormugao and VOC Ports emerged victorious in the Veterans Women’s 45+ category, while Vizag secured titles in Veterans Men’s 45+ singles and doubles.
JNPA bagged the Veterans Men’s singles and doubles titles and Chennai Port won the Mixed Doubles in the veterans category, with Paradip Port also excelling in mixed doubles events.
In the Open categories, Paradip and Chennai Port clinched Women’s singles and doubles titles respectively, while Cochin Port swept the Men’s Open category. The Veterans Team Championship was secured by Vizag Port, the Women’s Team Championship by Paradip Port, and the Men’s Team Championship by Chennai Port Authority.
The tournament was conducted smoothly under the supervision of a team of National Referees from the Gujarat Badminton Association, led by Vinod Shah, Chief Referee, who appreciated the discipline and sportsmanship displayed by the players.
The prize distribution ceremony was graced by Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, Chairman, DPA; Nilabhra Dasgupta, IRS, Dy. Chairman; J.K. Rathod, CPES, CVO, along with senior officials and dignitaries. The successful hosting of the tournament further reflects DPA Kandla’s commitment to promoting sportsmanship and strengthening camaraderie among Major Ports of India.
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