BMSA greets Dylan P on qualifying for Badminton Asia U-17 Junior C’ships

IMPHAL, Jul 14
Bangalore Manipur Students' Association (BMSA) has congratulated Dylan P Thokchom on being selected to represent India at the Badminton Asia U-17 Junior Championships, scheduled to be held in Chengdu, China, from 8 to 13 September 2026.
He will be competing in two events: U-17 Boys Singles and U-17 Boys Doubles, said BMSA in a congratulatory note.
The recently concluded “Yonex-Sunrise All India Sub-Junior Ranking Badminton Tournament (U-15 & U-17), held in Bengaluru, Karnataka, from 29 June to 7 July 2026” served as the selection tournament for the Badminton Asia Junior Championship.
Dylan delivered an outstanding performance by winning a bronze Medal in the U-17 Boys' Singles category and  a silver medal in the U-17 Boys' Doubles category with Rahul Kadapakula of Andhra Pradesh, making a spot for himself in the National team for the continental event, it said.  
Dyan is the son of Thokchom Romen Kumar and Binika Pangambam, originally from Manipur. Although his family is currently based in Bengaluru due to professional commitments, he continues to make Karnataka, Manipur and the Manipuri community proud through his dedication and excellence in badminton, BMSA noted.
BMSA also expressed pride that Dylan was one of the association members who sealed the title of BMSA’s "Smash for Glory 2026" Badminton Tournament, held earlier this year.
 On behalf of the entire Manipuri community in Bengaluru, BMSA extends its heartfelt congratulations to Dyan, his parents, coaches and everyone who has contributed to his success, it added.
Wishing him the very best as he prepares to represent India on the international stage, BMSA also exuded confidence that he will continue to inspire aspiring athletes from Manipur and across the nation.