ORGANISED BY: K1 Shuttler, a consortium of badminton lovers
DESCRIPTION:
* Bhubaneswar-based K1 Shuttler is a consortium of badminton lovers
* As many as 71 teams from Railways, Nalco, MCL, AG Odisha, BSNL and private corporate have confirmed their participation in the prize-money tournament.
* The tournament is recognised by Odisha State Badminton Association.
* The three-day tournament would feature competition in two categories.
* Players below 40 years would compete for senior title, while those above 40 years would vie for the veteran title.
* Ranking points would be awarded only in the senior category.
* Title winners in each category would be given Rs 15,000 each while the runners-up would receive Rs 10,000 each.
* The two losing semifinalists would get Rs 5,000 each.
* Travelling allowance, free lodging and boarding would be provided to players coming beyond 60 kms.