Mangaluru: The RGUHS Mangaluru Zone Intercollegiate Badminton Tournament 2025 concluded with great enthusiasm and competitive spirit at the Father Muller Indoor Stadium, hosted by Father Muller Medical College on 23rd and 24th July. The event brought together 72 participants from medical and dental colleges, marking a significant display of athleticism and institutional sportsmanship.

Held under the aegis of the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), the two-day tournament drew a strong crowd and featured thrilling matches in both men’s and women’s categories. The event not only celebrated physical endurance and team spirit but also highlighted the institution’s commitment to holistic education.

Ceremony opens with tributes to sport and student achievement

The tournament began with a ceremonial lighting of the lamp, symbolising energy and enlightenment. Rev. Fr. Faustine Lucas Lobo, Director of Father Muller Charitable Institutions, delivered the keynote address, urging students to embrace sports as an essential part of their growth. Citing the national Khelo India initiative, he expressed hope for India’s emergence as a global sporting power.

Dignitaries present included:

  • Rev. Fr. George Jeevan Sequeira, Administrator, Father Muller Medical College Hospital

  • Rev. Fr. Michael Santhmayor, Incoming Administrator, Father Muller Medical College

  • Dr. Antony Sylvan Dsouza, Dean, Father Muller Medical College

  • Dr. Kiran Shetty, Additional Medical Superintendent

    • The welcome address was delivered by Dr. Tanush Shetty, Sports Advisor and Assistant Professor, Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology.

    A notable moment during the ceremony was the felicitation of Mr. Chandrashekhara S.N., Physical Instructor at Father Muller Medical College, who has been recently appointed Sports Coordinator by RGUHS. His recognition was hailed as a proud moment for the institution.

    The proceedings were smoothly compered by Ms. Claudia Johnny, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Father Muller College of Allied Health Sciences.

    Match results: Home turf glory for Muller women

    With 45 entries in the men’s category and 27 in the women’s, the tournament featured high-octane clashes. The final standings were:

    Men’s Category

    • 🥇 K.V.G. Dental College, Sullia

  • 🥈 Father Muller Medical College, Mangaluru

  • 🥉 Coorg Institute of Dental Sciences, Virajpet

  • 4th – Srinivas Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Mukka

    • Women’s Category

    • 🥇 Father Muller Medical College, Mangaluru

  • 🥈 Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College, Deralakatte

  • 🥉 K.V.G. Medical College, Sullia

  • 4th – Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences, Madikeri

    • The Father Muller women’s team triumphed on their home ground, bringing pride and honour to the host institution.

    Sports as part of healthcare education

    The event served as a powerful reminder of how sports complement medical education by promoting physical wellness, discipline, and mental resilience. Father Muller Medical College’s seamless hosting of the event underscored its robust infrastructure and forward-looking approach to student life.

    As the region’s future healthcare professionals took to the court with racquets in hand, the tournament reflected a broader mission of nurturing not just minds, but strong bodies and team-oriented spirits.