Badminton Association of India (BAI)
Badminton Association of India (BAI), based in New Delhi, Delhi, has 2 opportunities for children on WiWit, each checked before listing.
New Delhi, Delhi
Opportunities from Badminton Association of India (BAI)
YONEX-SUNRISE All India Sub Junior Ranking Badminton Tournament for U-15 & U-17 Players
by Badminton Association of India (BAI)
A premier national-level badminton tournament by BAI for U-15 and U-17 players across India, offering ranking points, cash prizes, and a pathway to national and international representation.
What your child could gain:
Yonex Sunrise Junior National Badminton Championship (U-19, Individual & Team)
by Badminton Association of India (BAI)
BAI's flagship Under-19 national badminton championship covering individual and team events under the Yonex Sunrise title sponsorship.
What your child could gain:
What WiWit checked
- Identity and registration
- Contact details
- Location details
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About
The Badminton Association of India (BAI) is the official national governing body for badminton in India. Established in 1934, BAI is dedicated to promoting, organizing, and developing the sport across the country, from grassroots to elite levels. It conducts national-level tournaments, manages national teams, and implements comprehensive development programs like 'Shuttle Time' to nurture young talent. Affiliated with the Badminton World Federation (BWF) and Badminton Asia, BAI plays a crucial role in India's success on the international badminton stage, fostering world-class players and coaches. BAI is registered under the Society's Act and works closely with the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, to advance badminton in the nation.
Affiliations
Programs Offered
- National Championships (Senior, Junior, Sub-Junior)
- All India Ranking Tournaments
- Zonal Inter-State Championships
- International Tournaments hosted in India (e.g., India Open World Tour Super 750, Syed Modi India International)
- Shuttle Time (grassroots development program)
- Coaching the Coaches programs
- National Camps for Junior and Senior players
- Online Coach Development Programme (in collaboration with SAI)
- BAI ID and BWF ID registration and renewal for players
Achievements
- Governing body for badminton in India since 1934
- Hosts national-level tournaments since 1936
- Successfully hosted BWF World Championships (e.g., 2009 in Hyderabad, allotted 2026)
- Organized Thomas and Uber Cup Finals
- Pioneered the Lifetime Achievement Award for Indian badminton legends (first awarded to Prakash Padukone)
- Instrumental in India's rise as a badminton powerhouse with numerous international medalists (Olympic, World Championships, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games)
- Increased prize money for National championships to INR 1 Crore (from INR 75 Lakh)
- Increased grants for State Associations from INR 7.5 Lakh to INR 10 Lakh
- Allocated INR 10 Crore annually to strengthen badminton across the country
Leadership
- Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, President (Chief Minister, Government of Assam; Badminton Asia Vice President; Badminton World Federation Executive Council Member)
- Shri Sanjay Mishra, Hony. General Secretary (Badminton Association of India)
- Shri Arun Lakhani, Hony. Treasurer (Vishwaraj Environment Pvt Ltd)
- Pullela Gopichand, Vice President (Chief National Coach, Indian Badminton Team)
Contact Information
Quick Facts
- Type
- Government program
- Founded
- 1934
- Opportunities
- 2 on WiWit
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