While Haridwar is not a major center for professional sports, local recreational sports are widely popular.
* **Cricket**: As in the rest of India, cricket is immensely popular and is played in open grounds, schools, and streets across the city. * **Infrastructure**: The BHEL township features well-maintained sports facilities, including a prominent local stadium and courts for tennis and badminton, primarily serving its employees and their families. * **Traditional Sports**: Wrestling (*kushti*) and traditional Indian fitness regimes are often practiced in local *akharas* (training centers), reflecting the city's ancient cultural roots.