Bhatkal: Sakshi Naik, a student of Sri Guru Sudhindra (SGS) College in Bhatkal, has been selected as a University Blue in shuttle badminton at the inter-university level competition organised by Karnatak University, Dharwad.

According to a press release issued by SGS College, Sakshi, daughter of Kavita Naik and Deva Naik, a police constable, will represent the South India Zone in the inter-university badminton competition to be held at KLE Technological University in Hubballi.

Her selection has brought recognition to Bhatkal taluk and SGS College. The management of Bhatkal Education Trust, the college principal, lecturers, physical education instructors, staff, parents and students have congratulated Sakshi on her achievement and wished her success in future competitions, including at the international level.