Guwahati marked a strong start to national-level junior tennis as the National Series Tennis Tournament for boys and girls under 12 began at the All Assam Tennis Association (AATA) complex in Chachal on Monday, February 2.
The opening day saw competitive and disciplined play, with Assam’s young players delivering encouraging performances against opponents from across the country, setting a positive tone for the rest of the tournament.
The National Series U-12 Tennis Tournament began on February 2 at Guwahati’s AATA complex in Chachal. Featuring 71 players from across India, the opening day saw strong performances from Assam players, including convincing wins by Dhaniska Mahanta and Bhargabi Singha in the girls’ singles category.
National-Level Action in Guwahati
A total of 71 young players from across India are participating in the prestigious AITA ranking tournament, bringing sustained national attention to Guwahati’s growing junior tennis ecosystem.
The tournament is being supported by Reliance Consumer Goods Private Ltd and North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd, underlining institutional backing for sports development in the Northeast.
Matches are being contested in both singles and doubles categories for boys and girls, with a packed schedule at the Chachal courts from the very first day.
Smooth Opening Day, No Major Upsets
Tournament officials said the opening rounds progressed smoothly, with:
- All seeded players advancing
- No major upsets recorded
- Doubles events commencing alongside singles matches
The disciplined conduct of matches and adherence to schedules were noted as positives by organisers, especially for a tournament of this scale.
Assam Players Make a Confident Start
From a Guwahati and Assam perspective, the opening day delivered several positives.
In the girls’ under-12 singles first round:
- Dhaniska Mahanta (Assam) registered a dominant 6-0, 6-3 win over Krisha Bansal (West Bengal)
- Bhargabi Singha advanced with a solid 6-2, 6-4 victory against Manyata Priyadarshini, another Assam player
- Bhavyashree Baruah progressed after receiving a walkover
- Barlin Naaz Ahmed fought hard before losing to Anaira Agarwala (Bihar)
Coaches at the venue said the performances reflected the steady improvement of grassroots tennis training in the state.
Why This Tournament Matters for Guwahati
Hosting a National Series event places Guwahati firmly on India’s junior tennis map. Sports administrators say such exposure:
- Gives local players experience against national competition
- Reduces travel burden for Northeast players
- Strengthens Guwahati’s role as a regional sports hub
The AATA complex at Chachal has increasingly become the focal point for high-level junior tennis in Assam.
What Lies Ahead
With early rounds underway, tougher matchups are expected as the tournament progresses into later stages across both singles and doubles draws.
Officials expressed confidence that the event will continue smoothly over the coming days, with close attention on how Assam’s young players fare against higher-ranked national opponents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Where is the National U-12 Tennis Tournament being held in Guwahati?
At the All Assam Tennis Association (AATA) complex in Chachal.
Q2. How many players are participating in the tournament?
A total of 71 under-12 players from across India are competing.
