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India Aims for Over 20 Medals at Para Athletics
India is hosting the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi.
The event will be held from September 27 to October 5, 2025.
India's largest team ever, with 73 athletes, will compete.
They aim to win over 20 medals, more than the 17 won previously.
The team includes experienced athletes and 35 debutants.
Star athletes like Sumit Antil will participate.
Over 2,200 athletes from 104 countries will attend.
The goal is to inspire more people and for athletes to make history.
India will host the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi.
The event will be held from September 27 to October 5, 2025.
A record 73 Indian athletes will compete.
PCI President Devendra Jhajharia expects over 20 medals.
The competition will feature athletes from 104 countries.
- Who
- Indian para-athletes
- What
- Will compete at the World Para Athletics Championships
- Where
- New Delhi, India
- When
- September 27 to October 5, 2025
- Why
- To compete and win medals
Key facts
- Event
- World Para Athletics Championships
- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Dates
- September 27 - October 5, 2025
- Indian Contingent Size
- 73 athletes
- PCI President
- Devendra Jhajharia
- Medal Goal
- Over 20 medals
- Countries Participating
- 104
Timeline
India will host the World Para Athletics Championships in Delhi.
The nation chose New Delhi for the event.
Preparations immediately began for a successful competition.
Plans solidified; the event drew near.
From September 2025, Delhi hosts with many Indian athletes competing.
Quotes
Devendra Jhajharia
PCI President and two-time Paralympic gold medalist.
“While Haryana has traditionally been a powerhouse, this time we also have athletes from Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and several other states, showcasing the true diversity of our nation.”
thestatesman.com
“This will be the largest para-sport event ever staged on Indian soil, with participation confirmed from 104 countries and more than 2,200 para-athletes and support staff.”
thestatesman.com
Sources
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