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Saina Nehwal plans badminton academy in Bangalore

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Press Trust of India Bangalore

The world No 4 shuttler said she is in discussion with real estate firm Commune India and sports company Target Games Facilities for such a venture.

"With their support, I hope to do something well for badminton in Bangalore. I can see the interest (in Bangalore)," the London Olympics bronze medallist told reporters here.

Bangalore has been a very good place for badminton, the 22-year-old said, citing the example of Prakash Padukone Academy.

"In future, I also hope to support badminton in an big way in Bangalore and hope youngsters get more motivated and do well," she said.

"I feel if I can do it, everyone of us can also do it," she concluded.

 

  

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First Published: Oct 11 2012 | 4:05 AM IST

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