7 months ago
UCI Director General Sees Pune as Asia's Cycling Future
Amina Lanaya, the head of the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI), visited Pune, India, for the Pune Grand Tour 2026.
She was very impressed with how well the event was organized and the support from the local people.
She believes that Pune and India have a bright future in cycling.
The UCI wants to make cycling as popular in India as cricket is.
They also plan to help develop young cyclists from India and other Asian countries through training centers.
Lanaya thinks that with teamwork and support, Asia can become a major player in the world of cycling, just like Rwanda did with its successful World Championships.
Amina Lanaya, UCI Director General, visited Pune for the Pune Grand Tour 2026 and was impressed by the organization and public support.
The UCI aims to make Pune a reference point for cycling in Asia over the next five years.
Lanaya wants cycling to become as popular in India as cricket, emphasizing accessibility and local heroes.
The UCI plans to support talent development in India and Asia through its World Cycling Centre and regional satellites.
Success will depend on collaboration between national federations, local organizers, and governing bodies.
- Who
- Amina Lanaya, Director General of the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI)
- What
- Pune Grand Tour 2026 and UCI's vision for cycling in Asia
- Where
- Pune, India
- When
- During the Pune Grand Tour 2026
- Why
- To grow cycling in Asia, inspire Indians to embrace cycling, and globalize the sport
Key facts
- Event
- Pune Grand Tour 2026
- Organizer
- Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI)
- Director General
- Amina Lanaya
- Location
- Pune, India
- Key Features
- Professionalism, Safety, Rider Participation, International Representation, Logistics
- UCI's Goal
- Globalize Cycling, Support Developing Countries
- Talent Development
- World Cycling Centre in Switzerland, Regional Satellites in Asia
- Success Factors
- Collaboration, Talent Identification, Structured Development, International Race Exposure
Quotes
Amina Lanaya
Director General of the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI)
“Something big is already happening now with the Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026.”
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“We are really impressed by the quality of this organisation.”
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