Itanagar, May 24:  The Capital Complex Dree Festival Committee (CCDFC) 2023 successfully concluded the thrilling three-day Itanagar Dree Badminton and Table Tennis Tournament, showcasing the extraordinary skills of the community's finest talents on May 22 last. The tournament witnessed fierce competition among top athletes, leaving spectators on the edge of their seats.
In the enthralling final matches of the Table Tennis championship held on Tuesday, more than 20 teams and 75 matches showcased remarkable displays of agility and precision. The Badminton championship, on the other hand, witnessed over 50 teams battling it out in 98 matches across eight categories over the course of three days.
The Closing & Prize Distribution Ceremony was graced by esteemed senior citizens, Michi Kani, Deputy Director (IPR) (Rtd), and Tage Tado, Former Director (Transport) to do the honours to give away the prizes.
Tado acknowledged the contributions of Dree Ground Management Committee, Papu Nallah for bringing up such good infrastructures. He also thanked CCDFC for being inclusive for including programmes from children to senior citizens. 
Addressing the gathering, Kani encouraged to balance sports and career and said that time has changed and one can carry forward sports as a career to glorify the state and nation. 
Mom Nitin lifted the Men's Open Singles while Koj Tajang was the Runners up.
In the Open Women's Singles, Khoda Punya emerged as the winner while Michi Yamung was the Runners up.
Michi Buker won the Veteran Men's Singles while Mudo Ado was the Runners up.
In the Super Veteran Men's Singles, Dr. Subu Habung emerged as the winner with Bamin Grayu was the Runners up.
Open Men's Double was won by Duyu Tubing & Mom Nitin; Super Veteran Men's Doubles winner was Dr. Subu Habung & Hibu Dante; Veteran Men's Doubles was won by Michi Buker & Tailyang Tatung and Open Mixed Doubles was clinched by the pair of Khoda Punya & Mom Nitin.
Speaking to reporters, Chairman of CCDFC 2023, Dani Sulu, highlighted the significance of inviting senior citizens as Special Invitees, emphasising the committee's commitment to honouring the elders and promoting inclusivity by providing equal chance and opportunity to every age and section of Tanw society.
General Secretary Hano Taka expressed contentment at the overwhelming response by participants from all corners of the state. He also extended his gratitude to the participants and invited everyone to partake in the upcoming events and competitions of CCDFC 2023, which will span over two months.
Games and Sports Secretary of CCDFC 2023, Ngilyang Lailyang Richo, shared that the next exciting events on the calendar were Volleyball and Archery Competition scheduled for 27-28 May 2023 at Dree Ground Papu Nallah, followed by a thrilling Marathon race.

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