Delhi prepares for BWF World Championships amid wildlife concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 8:36 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The BWF World Championships will take place in Delhi from August 17 to 23. Organizers have implemented measures to prevent wildlife interference after incidents during the India Open in January. Complaints included disruption from birds and monkey sightings. Adjustments include installing double-door systems and high-grade nets at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium to deter animals. Additionally, renovations have enhanced the stadium's infrastructure and lighting. Authorities previously used unique tactics like mimicking langurs to scare monkeys away.
- •BWF World Championships set for August 17-23 in Delhi.
- •Past wildlife intrusions disrupted the India Open earlier this year.
- •New measures include sealed openings and improved lighting.
- •Traditionally, langur calls have been used to deter monkeys.
- 8:36 AMYahoo Sports — Delhi's unusual challenge: Keeping monkeys and pigeons away from top badminton event
"After wildlife intrusions made headlines at an earlier tournament, organisers are taking extra measures for the badminton world championships.
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