BWF World Championships Set to Bring Badminton’s Elite to New Delhi
India is preparing to host the 2026 BWF World Championships, with the capital set to welcome the world's leading badminton players later this month.
NEW DELHI, Aug 12: New Delhi is preparing for a major international badminton spectacle as the 2026 BWF World Championships approach, bringing the sport’s leading players to the Indian capital.
The prestigious tournament is scheduled to take place from August 17 to 23 and will feature top competitors from across the world.
India’s hosting of the championship has placed the country at the centre of the global badminton calendar. The event is expected to attract significant attention as players compete for world titles across the singles and doubles categories.
Preparations at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium have involved substantial infrastructure upgrades to meet the requirements of an elite international competition.
With the tournament only days away, anticipation is building among badminton followers, particularly with India’s leading players expected to compete on home soil.
The championship will also provide a major platform for Indian badminton, offering domestic fans an opportunity to watch the world’s best players compete in New Delhi.
