Delhi High Court Seeks Government Response on FIFA World Cup 2026 Broadcast Rights
HC seeks Centre stand on plea seeking FIFA World Cup broadcast
Hindustan Times
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The Delhi High Court has requested the Indian government's position on a petition seeking the broadcast of the FIFA World Cup 2026, which starts on June 11. The petition argues that the lack of a broadcaster violates citizens' rights to access this major sporting event.
- 01The Delhi High Court has issued a notice regarding the broadcast of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
- 02The petition requests broadcasting rights for all 104 matches, including key matches like the opening and final.
- 03The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to take place from June 11 to July 19 in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
- 04The petitioner argues that the absence of a broadcaster infringes on the fundamental right to information.
- 05The court has scheduled a hearing for May 20 to discuss the petition further.
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The Delhi High Court has sought the Indian government's response regarding a petition that demands the acquisition of broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026, scheduled to begin on June 11, 2026. The petition, filed by lawyer Avdhesh Bairwa, requests that the central government secure rights for the opening match, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final, with a broader aim to cover all 104 matches. The petitioner emphasized that the FIFA World Cup is among the most-watched sporting events globally, and historically, India has had commercial broadcasters for each edition since 1998. However, no broadcaster has yet secured rights for the upcoming tournament, potentially depriving millions of Indians of their right to access this significant event. The court has recognized the urgency of the matter and has scheduled a hearing for May 20 to further address the petition.
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If the court rules in favor of the petition, millions of Indian citizens will gain access to the FIFA World Cup broadcasts, ensuring their right to information and entertainment.
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