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Official Karate India Affiliation & Global Pathways

byBharat SharmaChampionships and events across IndiaStarts from₹3,500 per athlete / eventView full gallery

I am Bharat Sharma. As the voice of Indian Karate on the global stage, my work ensures that your training, medals, and certifications are recognized by the World Karate Federation. This is the only official pathway to representing India internationally.

The official logo of the Karate India Organisation (KIO). We are the sole nationally recognized body for karate, affiliated with the World Karate Federation.

The logo of the World Karate Federation (WKF). Our affiliation with the WKF is a mark of our legitimacy and the only way for athletes to compete in official world championships and Olympic qualifiers.

With the visionary leader of World Karate, WKF President Mr. Antonio Espinos, in China. Our strong international relationships are key to promoting Indian karate globally.

Presiding over the congress of the South Asian Karate Do Federation in Colombo, Sri Lanka. My leadership role ensures India's voice is heard in regional karate governance.

With the leadership of the South Asian Karate Federation member nations. We work collaboratively to raise the standard of karate throughout South Asia.

Attending a VIP Dinner hosted by the Mayor of Shaoguan City in honour of the WKF President and AKF Executive Council. These diplomatic engagements are vital for the sport.

A selfie with my friends and colleagues from the WKF and AKF executive councils in Hangzhou, China. These are the people who shape the future of world karate.

With my friend Mr. Zhang Zhi, President of the Chinese Karate Federation, during the 2nd AKF Youth Open Championship and Camp in Hangzhou.

Shaking hands with the President of the Chinese Karate Federation. Building strong bilateral ties helps create more opportunities for our athletes.

Attending a VIP welcome dinner in Bangkok for the Thailand Open Karate Championship. These events are important for building camaraderie among federation leaders.

About Global Leadership & Official Affiliation

You need to know if your karate medal holds actual weight. Countless local tournaments happen across India, but only KIO-sanctioned events provide the WKF-recognized certification required for national team selection. If your goal is to represent Bharat on the world stage, ensure your technical record is managed under the official Sportdata system from day one.

Sole WKF-affiliated karate body in India. — Approved by the tribe
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Bharat Sharma

Championships and events across IndiaStarts from ₹3,500 per athlete / event

I am Bharat Sharma. My life is dedicated to building a direct, undeniable pathway for Indian athletes to stand on international podiums. I handle the federation work, the global diplomacy, and the technical standards so that you can focus entirely on your performance.

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