Pigeon Clubs of India - A Timeline of Racing Pigeon Clubs in India

Pigeon racing in India began with colonial-era clubs in Madras (1930), where Britishers and local elites participated.

The sport spread to Calcutta (1953), Karnataka (1973), and expanded rapidly across Tamil Nadu with multiple homing and racing clubs between 1976–1989.

Today, Chennai is considered the capital of pigeon racing in India, with thousands of fanciers and international participation.

The tradition reflects both heritage and modern competitive spirit.