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Venue Visit Sets the Tone for a Historic Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships

The road to the Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships is paved with commitment, vision, and tireless preparation. As India prepares to host one of the largest and most prestigious para athletics events in the world, a high-level delegation from the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) conducted a detailed inspection of the championship venue in New Delhi.

This crucial site visit signals not only the beginning of final-stage preparations but also a unified commitment to deliver a global event that upholds the highest standards of accessibility, performance, and inclusivity.

🔍 Key Officials Lead the Inspection

Present at the venue were some of the most respected and visionary leaders in Indian para sports:

• Devendra Jhajharia – President, PCI & Padma Bhushan Awardee

• Jayawant Gundu Hamanawar – Secretary General, PCI

• Rahul Swami – CEO, PCI

• Sunil Pradhan – Treasurer, PCI

• Dr. Satyapal Singh – Head Coach, Indian Para Athletics Team

Together, these individuals represent the backbone of para sports administration and coaching in India. Their collective expertise, leadership, and on-ground involvement reflect PCI’s unwavering dedication to excellence in all aspects of the championship.

🏗️ Venue Transformation in Full Swing

During the visit, the delegation conducted a comprehensive walkthrough of the stadium and adjoining facilities. The inspection focused on key infrastructure upgrades, such as:

• Renovation and resurfacing of athletics tracks

• Upgraded athlete changing rooms and recovery zones

• Barrier-free access and improved mobility paths for para-athletes

• Enhanced technical zones for equipment, classification, and warm-up

• Media and broadcast infrastructure revamp

• Spectator-friendly seating, signage, and emergency exits

This ongoing civil work and modernisation aim to transform the venue into a world-class arena that meets international standards set by World Para Athletics (WPA) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).

💬 Voices of Leadership

Speaking during the visit, President Devendra Jhajharia, a two-time Paralympic gold medallist and national icon, remarked:

“This championship is not just about competition—it’s about rewriting perceptions, inspiring a generation, and showing the world what India’s para-athletes are truly capable of. Every detail matters, and we are committed to ensuring an unforgettable experience for all participants.”

Secretary General Jayawant Gundu Hamanawar highlighted the importance of collaboration:

“This event is a milestone for India. We’re coordinating closely with state authorities, international bodies, and accessibility experts to ensure seamless execution.”

Dr. Satyapal Singh, India’s Head Coach for Para Athletics, added:

“Our athletes have worked incredibly hard, and they deserve the best environment to perform at their peak. This venue will reflect our respect for their efforts.”

🏅 Delhi 2025 – A Championship for All

Scheduled for 2025, this edition of the World Para Athletics Championships is expected to welcome over 130 countries, thousands of athletes, coaches, officials, and international delegates. For many, it will be the final qualification opportunity for the 2026 Paralympic Games.

The Delhi championship is set to make history—not only for its scale—but also for its strong message of inclusion, accessibility, and equality. It is India’s moment to shine on the global stage and redefine what it means to host a truly inclusive international sporting event.

🇮🇳 India’s Commitment to Para Sports Excellence

The venue visit reinforces India’s growing leadership in the global para sports movement. The Paralympic Committee of India is ensuring that every aspect of the championship—from athlete accommodations to competition logistics—is built on the pillars of integrity, empathy, innovation, and professionalism.

This is more than a championship. It’s a celebration of strength over struggle, resilience over limits, and the spirit of sportsmanship that unites the world.

📢 What’s Next?

With civil works progressing steadily and operational plans taking shape, the organizing team is set to enter the next phase of detailed coordination, test events, volunteer training, and awareness campaigns.

Stay tuned to our official channels for exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpses, athlete stories, and important updates as we march toward Delhi 2025 — an event that promises to inspire, unite, and empower.

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📍 Location: New Delhi, India

📅 Event Year: 2025

🎯 Theme: Strength. Unity. Possibility.