Delhi High Court seeks Centre’s stand on plea to broadcast FIFA World Cup
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Summary
No broadcaster has acquired the broadcasting rights this year for the FIFA World Cup, one of the most viewed sporting events in the world, the petition says
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source The Hindu - Business
Published Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Affected Population 1.4 billion citizens, 20 million government employees
Key Numbers
20 million central + state government employees
Rs 3.3 lakh crore transferred via DBT
1,500+ services on UMANG app
Rs 11.11 lakh crore capital expenditure (2025-26)
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right
Amendment History
1 change recorded for this policy.
Description Wednesday, 13 May 2026 via barandbench
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday issued notice to the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) and Prasar Bharti on a plea seeking the broadcast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in India. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav said that the case will be heard next week. However, the Court said that the relief sought in the plea are in the nature of a public interest litigation (PIL). Senior Advocate Vaibhav Gaggar, appearing for the petitioner, said,"They are already endeavouring, and the Court'