Arunachal Representatives Set for Junior to Senior National Badminton Championships

The Arunachal State Badminton Association (ASBA) has officially announced the roster of athletes who will compete for the state at this year’s National Badminton Championships. Selections were made based on the athletes’ rankings and results in the recently concluded 2026 state and regional tournaments.

For the Under‑19 Junior National Championship, slated for 14‑21 November in Gangtok, the squad includes Samuel Tamang, Nabi Isaac, Taku Manku, Maimin Uli, Tse‑ten Gyurme Serthipa, Nanti Chaupu, Soijan Manlong, Roshan Dari, Jessica N Saring, Beril M Saring and Adam Doyom.

The Sub‑Junior Nationals (U‑15 & U‑17) will be held in Bengaluru from 30 November to 5 December. Arunachal’s representatives are Debia Tagu, Kyun Tamin, Suraj Das, Joram Todo, Honi Nakam, Babom Gamlin, Kenyum Gara, Likha Deecham, La Anu, Licha Gumsh, Kapnai Jamikhm, Sunil Jebiso, Biri Karakoram, Jessica N Saring, Keshya Elapra and Prisha Kachari (GD‑17).

The Mini National (U‑11) competition, 24‑27 November in Raipur, will see Bamin Lapang, Joshep Nade, Merji Kirbak, Sumbing Yirang and Tai Ami representing the state.

In Punjab, the Under‑13 Sub‑Junior Nationals (9‑12 December) will feature Joy Doji, Honi Nakam, Bomge Taji, Likha Deecham, Nikh Dimin and Nikh Yania.

The Senior National Championship will take place in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, from 17‑24 December. The senior team comprises Nikhil Chhetri, Samuel Tamang, Lobasang Choidrup, Anand Guruang, Kemar Riso, La Yajum, Taku Neha, Kenbi Riram and Jessica Neyi Saring.

ASBA has also issued a set of directives for the selected players, emphasizing mandatory coaching camps, strict discipline, and continuous monitoring by team managers. Any breach of conduct, especially inappropriate behavior towards coaches or teammates, may lead to disciplinary action, including removal from the squad, at the discretion of the selection committee.