Chandigarh, August 24
Former World Number 1 and Olympic medalist Saina Nehwal has showered praise on Punjab Badminton Association (PBA) Secretary Ritin Khanna, hailing his relentless efforts to take badminton deep into Punjab’s grassroots and nurture the next generation of champions. Saina and Khanna met during the finals of the BWF World Championships 2026 in New Delhi, where she extended her best wishes to the Punjab Badminton Association (PBA) for the upcoming Sub-Junior National Badminton Championships.
In her message to Khanna, Saina said, “I wish PBA all the very best for the Under-13 National Championship. You are doing very good work and I hope you keep promoting badminton in your state like this. And I wish maximum players come and participate there.” Her endorsement is more than a message—it’s a validation of Khanna’s relentless journey. With 11 years as a competitive shuttler and two decades of tireless dedication to building world-class badminton infrastructure, Khanna has transformed dreams into reality for Punjab’s young players.
From his pivotal roles in the District Badminton Association, Jalandhar, to steering the Punjab Badminton Association, Khanna’s vision has earned accolades across the sporting fraternity. His work has not only created opportunities but also positioned Punjab as a rising hub of badminton excellence.