Sports 14 November 2026
Sikkim Hosts National Badminton Championship for the First Time in Gangtok
Why in the News?
Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, is hosting the **Yonex-Sunrise 49th Junior National Badminton Championship-2026** at the indoor stadium in Paljor Stadium. This marks a historic milestone as **Sikkim is hosting a national-level official badminton championship for the very first time**.
Key Features / Major Points:
- Schedule & Format:
- The championship is being held from **November 14 to 21, 2026**.
- **Inter-Zonal Team Championship:** November 14–15.
- **Under-19 Individual National Championship:** November 16–21.
- Participation Scale:
- Over **500 players representing 33 teams** (across 28 states and 5 union territories) are participating.
- Prominent national and international medalists, including **Tanvi Sharma** and **Tanvi Patra**, are featuring in the tournament.
- Leadership & Organization:
- Organized under the aegis of the Badminton Association of Sikkim (BAS), led by President **Jacob Khaling**.
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Static GK Facts:
- State of Sikkim:
- Capital: **Gangtok** | Chief Minister: **Prem Singh Tamang**.
- Paljor Stadium:
- Located in Gangtok, Sikkim; renowned as a premier multi-purpose regional sports facility.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Which state is hosting the Junior National Badminton Championship for the first time in 2026?
A: Sikkim (Gangtok)
Q: At which venue in Gangtok are the matches of the 49th Junior National Badminton Championship being played?
A: Paljor Stadium Indoor Court
Q: Who is the President of the Badminton Association of Sikkim (BAS)?
A: Jacob Khaling
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