The Sports Section of Nagaland University is set to organize the East Zone Inter-University Table Tennis (Women) Tournament 2026–27 from October 26 to 30 at the University Headquarters, Lumami, Nagaland.

The prestigious inter-university sporting event is expected to bring together university teams from different parts of the country and promote sporting excellence, competitive spirit, and camaraderie among young athletes.

Informing about the event, Dr Harish K Tiwari, Deputy Director of Sports, Nagaland University, stated that a total of 21 teams are participating in this grand sporting event. He expressed confidence that the tournament would provide an excellent opportunity for table tennis enthusiasts and sports lovers across Nagaland to witness high-quality competition and encourage the development of table tennis in the state.

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Dr Tiwari further informed that teams representing several states, including Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha, Mizoram, Manipur, Uttar Pradesh, and Assam, among others, are arriving at Nagaland University, Headquarters: Lumami, to participate in the tournament. The participation of teams from diverse regions is expected to foster interaction, mutual understanding, and sporting friendship among the participating universities.

The tournament will officially commence on October 26 with a meeting involving the officials and coaches of the participating teams. The meeting will provide an opportunity to discuss tournament-related arrangements, rules, and other essential matters to ensure the smooth and successful conduct of the event.

The tournament would conclude on October 30, marking five days of competitive action, sportsmanship, and inter-university engagement at Nagaland University, Headquarters: Lumami.