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New Delhi to Host 2026 Badminton World Championships

In a major announcement that excites Indian sports fans, New Delhi will host the 2026 Badminton World Championships in August next year, marking the tournament’s return to India after 17 years. The Badminton World Federation (BWF) made the declaration during the closing ceremony of the 2025 Championships in Paris, signalling India’s growing prominence as a global sporting destination.

A Long-Awaited Return

  • India last hosted the BWF World Championships in 2009 at Hyderabad. The 2026 edition will not only bring the event back to India but also mark its return to Asia after 8 years, the last Asian host being Nanjing, China in 2018.
  • Hosting this flagship event reaffirms India’s stature in international badminton and reflects the country’s capabilities in organizing large-scale global sporting events.

Why the 2026 Edition Is Special

Strategic and Symbolic Value

The 2026 championship is an opportunity for India to,

  • Celebrate the success of its top badminton players
  • Inspire the next generation of athletes
  • Promote sports tourism and global engagement through a marquee international event

The event is expected to draw global attention, with thousands of fans, media, and sportspersons arriving in New Delhi, giving a boost to the city’s international sporting profile.

Key points for exam

  • Event: Badminton World Championships 2026
  • Host city: New Delhi, India
  • Last hosted by India: 2009 (Hyderabad)
  • Last Asian host: 2018 (Nanjing, China)
Shivam

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