Archive · 24 Nov 2025
Kolkata's Dink Queenz Pickleball Community Empowers Women
In Kolkata, India, a group of women have started a pickleball community called Dink Queenz.
Pickleball is a sport that uses a paddle and a plastic ball, similar to tennis but easier to learn.
The community was founded by two women, Aastha Seth and Nisha Chowdharry, who wanted to create a space where women could play sports, feel empowered, and make new friends.
In just a few months, over 200 women have joined, ranging from beginners to experienced players.
They meet regularly for games, coaching sessions, and even retreats.
The community helps women feel confident and supported, whether they are playing for fun or competing in tournaments.
Many women say that playing pickleball has given them a break from their busy lives and helped them feel stronger and more connected to others.
Dink Queenz is a women-led pickleball community in Kolkata founded by Aastha Seth and Nisha Chowdharry.
The community has over 200 members of various ages and skill levels.
Dink Queenz offers beginner sessions, coaching, tournaments, and retreats to its members.
Members credit the community with boosting their confidence and providing a supportive environment.
The community has seen rapid growth and has become a significant part of the local sports scene.
- Who
- Women of all ages and skill levels in Kolkata
- What
- A women-led pickleball community called Dink Queenz
- When
- Founded a few months ago, meets regularly for games and sessions
- Where
- Kolkata, India
- Why
- To provide a supportive and empowering space for women to play pickleball and build sisterhood
- Founders
- Aastha Seth and Nisha Chowdharry
- Founded
- A few months ago
- Members
- Over 200
- Age Range
- Varies (includes women in their 20s to 60s)
- Activities
- Beginner sessions, coaching, tournaments, retreats
- Unique Aspect
- Women-led, supportive community
- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Sport
- Pickleball