Gauhati University Hosts All Assam Inter University Badminton Tournament 2026

 

Guwahati, May 10: Gauhati University in association with the Department of Sports & Youth  Welfare, Govt. of Assam, successfully organised the All Assam Inter University Badminton Tournament 2026 on 8th and 9th May at university campus.

The two-day sporting event witnessed enthusiastic participation from around 18 universities across Assam, with nearly 200 players competing in the tournament. The tournament aimed to promote sportsmanship, unity, and healthy competition among university students of the state.

The tournament was formally inaugurated by Prof. Nani Gopal Mahanta, Vice Chancellor, Gauhati University, in the presence of Mr. Ankur Bharali ACS, Director of Sports & Youth Welfare , Govt. of Assam; Prof. Utpal Sarmah, Registrar, GU; Prof. Sanjay Singh, Secretary, University Classes, GU; and Dr Ranjan Kr Kakati, Director Students' Welfare, GU.

Speaking on the occasion, the dignitaries highlighted the importance of sports in building discipline, teamwork, and leadership qualities among students. They also appreciated Gauhati University’s initiative in creating a platform for young athletes from different universities.

In the Men’s Category, Cotton University emerged as the champion, while Gauhati University secured the 1st Runner-up and Dibrugarh University claimed the 2nd Runner-up title.

In the Women’s Category, Royal Global University won the championship, followed by Assam down town University as the 1st Runner-up and Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences as the 2nd Runner-up.

The closing ceremony was attended by Prof. Utpal Sarmah, Registrar, GU , Mr. Goutam Mahanta, Treasurer of the Assam Badminton Association; and Dr. Ranjan Kr. Kakati,DSW, GU. Trophies, medals, and certificates were distributed among the winners and participants during the ceremony.

The technical officials of Assam Badminton Association played a significant role for smooth conduct of the tournament.