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Nagaland Pickleball Association to host Christmas charity invitation 2025 in Dimapur

DIMAPUR, DEC 21 (NPN)

The Nagaland Pickleball Association (NPA) has announced that it will host the Christmas Charity Invitation 2025 on December 22 and 23 at The Fitness House, Dimapur. The two-day pickleball tournament aims to celebrate the festive spirit through competitive yet friendly matches while extending support to children and communities in need.
The charity event will benefit Spring Harbour Home and Kohima Orphanage & Destitute Home, with all proceeds contributed on behalf of the NPA and the pickleball community. Contributions will be sourced from event surplus, patron donations, and a monetary register placed at the venue. To ensure transparency, only monetary donations will be accepted.
The competition will include – Men’s Singles; Men’s Doubles; Veterans Doubles (40+) – with Aadhaar-based age verification; Mixed Doubles; Inter-Club Championship (Grand Rally Format: 2 Men, 2 Men 40+, 2 Women).
Beyond the matches, the event will feature live music, food stalls, a BBQ corner and community engagement activities, creating a festive atmosphere for players and spectators alike. A Charity Handover Ceremony will be held on Day 2 to formally acknowledge contributions made to the beneficiary institutions.
Participation is strictly by invitation, with registration confirmed upon payment and form submission. Players may compete in a maximum of two categories, and Aadhaar verification is mandatory for the Veterans (40+) category. Official communication, including fixtures and updates, will be shared via WhatsApp broadcast.

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