Summary:
Odisha State Badminton Association (OSBA) is hosting the championship for the first time with the support of Sports & Youth Services Department, Government of Odisha. The opening day action started with first-round matches in U15 and U17 mixed doubles events. With Bhubaneswar playing host to a National championship for the first time, both the venues attracted sizeable crowds on the opening day. “The arrangements are top class and the teenagers are playing quality badminton,'' said Harish Mishra, an avid badminton follower. The championship will pick momentum when top ranking shuttlers start their campaign tomorrow..