Pickleball in Nagaland has seen a rapid rise, and it has now drawn praise from Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) president Suryaveer Singh Bhullar. Bhullar lauded the Nagaland Pickleball Association (NPA) on social media, praising the state’s impressive rise.
Reacting to a post highlighting Nagaland’s progress, Bhullar wrote, “This is how a sport grows. Well done @nagalandpickleballassociation and team.”
Nagaland’s performance at the 2026 Kolkata Open saw them clinch eight gold medals and three silver, which reflected the sport’s development in the northeastern state.
In a short period of time, the NPA has developed pickleball in Nagaland. The state association’s progress is an example of how structured grassroots efforts and competitive opportunities can translate into results on the national stage.
Bhullar’s reaction also shows the IPA’s broader focus on expanding the sport beyond its traditional centres and creating a stronger national ecosystem.
About Indian Pickleball Association:
The Indian Pickleball Association is the official governing body for pickleball in India and is dedicated to promoting, developing, and organising the sport across the country. The association continues to inspire players of all ages and skill levels to embrace the game through events like the IPA Nationals. IPA is affiliated with the Asian Pickleball Association (APA) and the Global Pickleball Federation (GPF).
About Pickleball World Ranking:
PWR is a national ranking system that spans all age groups, skill divisions, and formats -including singles, doubles, and mixed categories. It serves as the official National Sports Federation Ranking for India. With multiple sanctioned events taking place every week across the country, PWR defines the top Indian players at every level and forms the foundation for team selection at the school, district, state, and national stages.
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