International Kho Kho Federation

International Kho Kho Federation
SportKho Kho
JurisdictionWorldwide
AbbreviationIKKF
Founded2018; 7 years ago (2018)
HeadquartersNew Delhi, India
PresidentSudhanshu Mittal
CEOTBA
Vice president(s)TBA
DirectorTBA
Official website
www.khokho.net

The International Kho Kho Federation (IKKF) is the global governing body for the sport of kho kho, a traditional Indian tag game that has gained international popularity.[1] Established to promote, regulate, and develop kho kho worldwide, the IKKF serves as the central authority for organizing international tournaments, standardizing rules, and fostering the sport’s growth on a global scale.[2][3]

History

The IKKF was founded in 2018 with the objective of bringing together various national kho kho associations under a single umbrella organization. Rooted in the rich tradition of Indian sports, kho kho has been played for centuries. The establishment of the IKKF marked a pivotal step in its transition from a regional pastime to a recognized international sport.[4]

Members

The following countries are members of the International Kho Kho Federation.

Participating Countries
Country Association National Teams IKKF affiliation
Africa
Ghana Ghana Kho Kho Federation M & W
Kenya Kenya Kho Kho Federation M & W
Mali Federation Malienne De Kho Kho M & W
South Africa Kho Kho Association of South Africa M & W
Uganda Uganda Khokho Federation M & W
Americas
Argentina M & W
Brazil Brazil Kho Kho Federation M & W
Canada Kho Kho Canada M & W
Peru Peruvian Kho kho Federation M & W
United States USA Kho Kho Association M & W
Asia
Bangladesh Bangladesh Kho Kho Federation M & W
Bhutan Bhutan Kho Kho Club M & W
Indonesia Indonesia Kho Kho Federation M & W
India Kho Kho Federation of India M & W
Iran Kho Kho Association of Iran M & W
Malaysia Kho Kho Association of Malaysia M & W
Nepal Nepal Kho Kho Association M & W
Pakistan Pakistan Kho Kho Federation M & W
South Korea Korea Kho Kho Federation M & W
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka Kho Kho Federation M & W
Europe
England Kho Kho Federation of England M & W
Germany Kho Kho Federation of Germany M & W
Netherlands Dutch Kho Kho Federation M & W
Poland Kho Kho Poland M & W
Oceania
Australia Kho Kho Australia M & W
New Zealand Kho Kho Federation of New Zealand M & W

Tournaments

World
Kho Kho World Cup

Governance and structure

The IKKF is governed by an executive committee composed of representatives from member nations. The committee oversees the federation's operations, strategic planning, and the organization of international tournaments. The headquarters of the IKKF is located in New Delhi, India.

References

  1. ^ "First-ever Kho Kho World Cup to Take Place in India Next Year". News18. 2024-10-02. Retrieved 2024-10-02.
  2. ^ "India to host first-ever Kho Kho World Cup in 2025 - The Economic Times". m.economictimes.com. Retrieved 2024-10-02.
  3. ^ "41 international teams to compete in Kho Kho World Cup 2025 in New Delhi". ANI News. Retrieved 2024-12-17.
  4. ^ "Kho Kho: Indian heritage debuts on global stage". Inside The Games.