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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