Archive · 20 Aug 2025
India to Host 2025 World Para Athletics Championships in Delhi
India is getting ready to host a big sports event called the World Para Athletics Championships!
It's like the Olympics, but for athletes with disabilities.
Over 100 countries are coming to compete in New Delhi.
The event will be at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, which has been made even better for everyone.
These amazing athletes will compete in many different events, trying to win medals.
It's a chance for everyone to see how strong and determined these athletes are and will inspire many people.
India will host the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi in 2025.
The event will take place at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium from September 27 to October 5.
Over 104 countries and 2,500+ para-athletes and staff will participate.
The championships will feature 186 medal events across various categories.
JLN Stadium has been renovated with accessibility upgrades.
- Who
- Over 2,500 para-athletes and support staff from over 104 countries
- What
- World Para Athletics Championships
- When
- September 27 to October 5, 2025
- Where
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi
- Why
- To showcase para-athletes' abilities and promote inclusivity.
- Event
- World Para Athletics Championships
- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Dates
- September 27 - October 5, 2025
- Venue
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
- Participants
- Over 2,500 athletes & staff
- Countries
- 104+
- Medal Events
- 186