Panchayat raj

Billie Jean King Cup Playoffs: Tennis lovers are in for a treat as Bengaluru gears up for a spectacular season of world-class tennis, starting with the Billie Jean King Cup Playoffs next month and ending with the ITF W1000 event in early 2026.

The SM Krishna Tennis Stadium will see a trio of marquee events beginning with the Billie Jean King Cup Play-Offs, scheduled between November 14 and 16, followed by the Bengaluru Open in January (Jan 5-11, 2026), and the ITF W100 event to take place later in 2026.

Speaking on the development, Priyank M Kharge, Minister for IT/BT and Rural Development & Panchayat Raj, Government of Karnataka & Sr. Vice President, KSLTA, said, “These are exciting times for tennis in Karnataka. Very few cities have the opportunity to host events of this scale, and it’s a special moment for Bengaluru to welcome some of the world’s best players. I urge fans to come out, fill the stands, and show their support. It’s not every day you get to experience world-class tennis at your doorstep.”