Mumbai, November 7, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Bombay Gymkhana will host the Maharashtra Open State Badminton Tournament 2026 from November 12 to 15, bringing together emerging and established players from across the state for four days of competition.
With more than 350 entries received, the tournament will feature 12 events across junior and open categories, showcasing the depth of badminton talent in Maharashtra.
The junior competitions will include Boys’ and Girls’ Singles and Doubles in the Under-17 and Under-19 categories. The open events will comprise Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Men’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles.
The tournament is being hosted by Bombay Gymkhana under the auspices of the Greater Mumbai Badminton Association (GMBA) and the Maharashtra Badminton Association (MBA).
Speaking ahead of the event, Shailesh Daga, honorary secretary of Bombay Gymkhana, said, “We are pleased to host the Maharashtra Open State Badminton Tournament at Bombay Gymkhana. The participation across junior and open categories shows the enthusiasm for badminton. This tournament provides players with a valuable opportunity to compete, gain experience and showcase their abilities. We look forward to welcoming players and officials for an exciting four days of badminton.”
Bombay Gymkhana president Sanjiv Saran said, “Sport has always been an integral part of Bombay Gymkhana’s legacy. Hosting a state-level tournament of this nature allows us to contribute to the development of badminton while encouraging young players to pursue the sport competitively. We are delighted to open our doors to players from across Maharashtra and look forward to a successful tournament.”
The Maharashtra Badminton Association, the state’s governing body for the sport, organises the tournament as part of its efforts to promote badminton, nurture talent and raise competitive standards across Maharashtra.
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