03/11/2025
Doordarshan, APC Shuttlers Shine at National Press Day Badminton Tournament 2025
MPL News Live
Itanagar, Nov 3: The two-day National Press Day Badminton Tournament 2025, organized by the Arunachal Press Club (APC) with technical support from the Arunachal State Badminton Association (ASBA), concluded on Sunday at the MLA Cottage Badminton Stadium, witnessing spirited participation from media professionals across the state.
Doordarshan’s pair Goi Gara and H. Open Singh clinched the Men’s Doubles title, while Goi Gara and Tungam Bagra triumphed in the Mixed Doubles category. In the Women’s Doubles, APC’s Mary Marging and Yanu Pullum emerged as champions.
The runners-up titles went to Talar Yuto and Lipeng Rimo (APC), Hibu Tado and Neelam Roy, and Kenrik Ori and Neelam Roy (Doordarshan) in their respective categories.
The tournament featured competitive matches in Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Doubles categories, showcasing remarkable skill, coordination, and sportsmanship among players representing various media organizations and departments including Doordarshan, All India Radio (AIR), and print media houses.
The inaugural day was graced by APC President Dodum Yangfo, Vice President Bengia Ajum, and AEDMA General Secretary Sange Droma. Speaking on the occasion, Yangfo commended the participants for their enthusiasm and dedication to sports despite their demanding professional schedules.
The closing day witnessed the presence of Arunachal Pradesh Union of Working Journalists (APUWJ) President Amar Sangno, General Secretary Sonam Jelly, and Doordarshan Kendra Itanagar Deputy Director S.P. Kanchan, along with Assistant Director (Program) Grace L. Pachuau, whose encouragement added significance to the event.
Addressing the gathering, Sangno highlighted the importance of sports for maintaining physical and mental well-being. “The purpose of conducting the badminton championship is to provide a platform for journalists and members of DDK and AIR to interact and strengthen camaraderie,” he said.
The event, held as a curtain-raiser to the upcoming National Press Day celebrations, successfully fostered unity and friendship among members of the press fraternity.
The APC extended heartfelt gratitude to all participants, technical officials, and supporters for making the tournament a resounding success.