Indian Olympic Association Welcomes the World to New Delhi for the 2026 BWF World Championships

NEW DELHI, INDIA – 13 August 2026 – The Indian Olympic Association (IOA)
welcomes the global badminton community to New Delhi for the BWF World
Championships 2026, to be held from 17–23 August 2026 at the iconic Indira
Gandhi Indoor Stadium.
Bringing together the world’s leading badminton players, the Championships
represent one of the sport’s most prestigious competitions and mark another
significant milestone in India’s emergence as a trusted destination for hosting
major international sporting events.
The successful hosting of the Championships reflects the continued support of
the Government of India, under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime
Minister Shri Narendra Modi, in strengthening India’s sporting ecosystem and
positioning the country as a leading global sporting nation. Through sustained
investments in sports infrastructure, athlete development, high-performance
programmes and international event hosting, India has significantly enhanced
its standing on the world sporting stage.
As India continues its sporting transformation, hosting events of this calibre not
only showcases the country’s organisational excellence but also inspires young
people to embrace sport, creates opportunities for athletes and officials to
gain international exposure, and leaves a lasting legacy for future generations.
The Championships also form part of India’s broader vision of becoming a
preferred destination for continental and world championships across multiple
sports in the years ahead.
Dr. P. T. Usha, President of the Indian Olympic Association, said: “The BWF World
Championships 2026 represent another important milestone in India’s sporting
journey. We are delighted to welcome the world’s leading badminton players,
officials and fans to New Delhi. India has consistently demonstrated its ability
to host major international sporting events to the highest standards, and these
Championships further reinforce our commitment to the Olympic Movement
and the development of sport.
Every major international event hosted in India creates a lasting legacy. It
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strengthens our sporting ecosystem, inspires young people to pursue
excellence, and provides invaluable opportunities for our athletes, coaches,
technical officials and sports administrators to learn from and engage with the
very best in the world. We are confident that everyone visiting India will
experience our warmth, hospitality, professionalism and passion for sport.”
The Badminton Association of India, in partnership with the Badminton World
Federation, the Government of India, the Government of the National Capital
Territory of Delhi and other stakeholders, has worked extensively to ensure
world-class competition and an exceptional experience for athletes, officials,
media and spectators throughout the Championships.
The Indian Olympic Association remains committed to working closely with the
Government of India, National Sports Federations, State Olympic Associations
and international sporting organisations to bring more world-class sporting
events to India. These events create lasting opportunities for athletes, technical
officials, administrators, volunteers and the next generation of sporting talent
while strengthening India’s capacity to deliver international competitions at
the highest level.
Hopes are high for the home contingent, led by one of India’s most
accomplished athletes, P. V. Sindhu. The two-time Olympic medallist and
former World Champion will spearhead a strong Indian challenge as the host
nation looks to excel before passionate home supporters.
The Championships will celebrate sporting excellence while further
strengthening India’s reputation as a preferred host for major international
sporting events. Beyond the competition itself, they will provide invaluable
exposure for Indian athletes, coaches, technical officials, event managers and
volunteers, helping build the expertise and experience required as India
continues to expand its global sporting footprint.
As India continues its remarkable sporting transformation, the successful
hosting of the Championships further reinforces the country’s credentials to
stage the world’s biggest sporting events. The Indian Olympic Association
remains committed to working with its partners to ensure that sport continues
to inspire excellence, foster international friendship and contribute to India’s
vision of becoming one of the world’s foremost sporting nations.