2nd J&K Masters Games: Badminton Event Concludes Successfully

Thrilling matches mark successful conclusion at RS Sports Academy, Jammu

Jammu, November 7: The Badminton event of the 2nd Jammu & Kashmir Masters Games concluded successfully at the RS Sports Academy, Miran Sahib, Jammu, bringing together seasoned players who displayed remarkable skill, determination, and sportsmanship. The tournament was organised by the Jammu & Kashmir Masters Games Association (JKMGA) in affiliation with the Super Masters Games and Sports Federation (India), and witnessed enthusiastic participation across various age groups.

The matches were held under the supervision of Romesh Sharma, Treasurer of JKMGA, who ensured smooth and fair conduct of all fixtures. The competition was divided into two age categories — 30 to 45 years and 45 to 65 years — and featured several closely contested encounters that kept spectators engaged throughout.

In the 30 to 45 years category, Akshay Behal emerged as the winner in the men’s singles event, defeating Balwinder Saini, who settled for the silver medal. The bronze medals were shared by Amit Dalal and Pankaj Vig. In the doubles event, the pair of Mohit Jain and Makrand Mehta clinched the gold medal, while Amit Dalal and Amit Bhat bagged the silver. The bronze medals were won jointly by the pairs of Pankaj Vig with Ankush Jamwal, and Balwinder Saini with Romesh.

The 45 to 65 years category also witnessed intense matches and impressive displays of experience and endurance. Vivek Slathia claimed the gold medal in men’s singles, with Joginder Pal Sharma securing the silver. The bronze medals were shared by Amit Singh and Jasvinder Singh. In the doubles event, Amit Singh and Jasvinder Singh joined forces to win the gold medal, while the combination of Vivek Slathia and Joginder Sharma took silver. The bronze medals were shared by the pairs of Narinder Singh with Chaman Sharma, and Romesh Raina with Rameshwar Singh Manhas.

President of JKMGA and veteran international handball player, Ranjeet Singh Chib, congratulated all the participants for their enthusiasm and commitment, emphasizing the importance of sports participation among masters. “The Masters Games are not just about competition, but about celebrating the enduring passion for sports and the spirit of healthy living,” Chib said. General Secretary Neete Kour Khalsa also lauded the participants, noting that such events inspire adults to remain active and connected to the sporting community.

Rameshwar Singh Manhas, owner of RS Sports Academy, felicitated the Jammu & Kashmir Masters Games Association for the successful conduct of the event and praised the efforts of the organisers for promoting sports and fitness among senior athletes. He expressed his appreciation for the spirit of camaraderie and healthy competition displayed by all participants.

The event concluded with warm appreciation for all participants, officials, and organisers, marking another successful chapter in the ongoing 2nd Jammu & Kashmir Masters Games. The spirit of camaraderie and fitness that filled the RS Sports Academy stands as a testament to the growing popularity of Masters-level sports in the Union Territory.