🏸 Celebrating the spirit of sportsmanship and teamwork!
The Institute Badminton League (IBL)-2026, organised by Staff Gymkhana Team 2026–28 at IIT Kanpur, concluded after two days of exciting matches, enthusiastic participation and remarkable performances.
Tournament brought together employees from across institute, fostering camaraderie, healthy competition and the values of discipline, perseverance, and teamwork.
The tournament was inaugurated by Prof. Kantesh Balani, Professor, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, who highlighted the importance of such events in identifying talented players and preparing them for inter-IIT competitions.
🏆 Results of IBL-2026:
Men’s Category:
🥇 Winner – Team 8 (Captain: Mr Manish K. Kharwar)
🥈 Runner-up – Team 2 (Captain: Mr Satya Siva Sankar Rao K)
Women’s Category:
🥇 Winner – Ms Renu Verma
Divyang (PwD) Category:
🥇 Winner – Mr Girish Pant
🥈 Runner-up – Mr Upendra Parashar
The valedictory and prize distribution ceremony was graced by Prof. Navrose, Associate Professor, Department of Aerospace Engineering, and Dr Naveen Kumar Gude, Chief Medical Officer, Health Centre. Their dedication to sports, along with that of Prof. Kantesh Balani, served as an inspiration to all participants.
The successful organisation of the tournament was made possible through the dedicated efforts of the Staff Gymkhana Team 2026–28. Under the leadership of Secretary Mr Virendra Singh, Joint Secretary Mr Arvind Verma and Treasurer-cum-Stores In-charge Mr Manoj Kumar Verma, the event was conducted seamlessly. Executive members Mr Chandan Vishwakarma and Mr Rajneesh also played a significant role in ensuring the success of IBL-2026.
The Staff Gymkhana Team 2026–28 expressed heartfelt gratitude to the institute administration, guests, participants and all contributors for their support in making the tournament a grand success.
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