New Delhi, Aug. 6 -- Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday attended the inauguration of the 6th National Parliamentarians Badminton Tournament at the Constitution Club of India, saying the event promotes friendship, unity and interaction among Members of Parliament across party lines.

Addressing reporters, Rijiju said the tournament, organised by the Constitution Club of India, had drawn participation from MPs of different political parties and age groups.

"The Constitution Club of India, run collectively by our former and sitting MPs, has organised an excellent event -- the 6th Parliamentarian Badminton Championship. This is a national-level event. I have observed MPs from various parties and different age group...