India is set to mark a historic milestone in global sports by hosting the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 in New Delhi from September 26 to October 5. This will be the first time the event is held in India, highlighting the nationβs growing role in inclusive sports.
π A New Arena for Champions
The competition will take place at a newly built outdoor Mondo track, designed to meet international standards for para athletes. Officials say the facility represents Indiaβs commitment to providing world-class infrastructure for differently-abled athletes.
π Significance of the Event
- Over 1,500 para athletes from more than 100 countries are expected to participate.
- The championship will serve as a qualifier for the 2028 Paralympics in Los Angeles.
- It boosts Indiaβs position as a global sporting hub, following successes like hosting the Commonwealth Games 2010 and Asian Para Games athletesβ training camps.
π Message from Organizers
World Para Athletics President Paul Fitzgerald praised India as an βideal host,β citing its growing para sports culture and enthusiastic audience. Indian officials noted that the event would inspire greater participation in para sports at grassroots levels.
β‘ Why It Matters for India
- Enhances sports diplomacy and soft power.
- Encourages investment in accessible infrastructure.
- Inspires a new generation of Indian para athletes aiming for Paralympic success.