India gears up to host IndianOil New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships
India hosts its biggest para sporting event, the IndianOil New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships, from September 27 to October 5, featuring 2,200 athletes from 104 nations and a record 73-member Indian squad at JLN Stadium.
Hyderabad: India is set for its biggest para sporting spectacle, the IndianOil New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships, at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium from September 27 to October 5.
The event has already generated buzz, with stars like VVS Laxman, Harbhajan Singh, Sania Mirza, Abhinav Bindra, Harsha Bhogle, and IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) backing it.
Support has also poured in from hockey, football, shooting, rugby federations, Bollywood star Anil Kapoor, other IPL teams and Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) franchises. Over 2,200 athletes from 104 nations will compete in 186 medal events, with a record 73-member Indian squad showcasing the country’s growing para-sporting depth and inclusivity ambitions.
Former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman posted an Instagram reel backing the event, calling it “not just championship, it is India’s pride,” while urging fans to witness history at the capital’s iconic stadium. In the reel, he said, “It is not just a Championship, it is India’s pride. Coming in are More than 100 paralympic medalist, along with more than 35 Indian warriors and more than 100 countries to take part to compete at india first Mondo track at IndianOil New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships New Delhi 2025 it is going to be happening from 27th september to 5th october, so what are you waiting for don’t miss the roar of JLN Stadium.”
Harbhajan Singh in a video said, “It is time to write history. For the first time, India is hosting the IndianOil New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championship New Delhi 2025. More than 100 medallists, over 35 Indian stars, and 100+ countries will compete on India’s Mondo track. Come, let’s make history together, if we have enthusiasm and passion, we can achieve anything. Come on India, Chak De!”
Abhinav Bindra said on X, “India’s journey towards becoming a global sporting power takes another step forward as Delhi hosts the #WorldParaAthletics Championships (Sept 25–Oct 5) at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. With a new Mondo track, 100+ nations, 3000 participants and over 100 Paralympic medallists, this promises to be a landmark celebration of sport and human spirit. Wishing the very best to the organisers for a successful championship, and looking forward to cheering for our 70+ Indian para athletes as they inspire the nation.”
Meanwhile, tennis legend Sania Mirza shared the championship poster on her X handle and wrote, “The IndianOil New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletes Championships are happening at the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Delhi from September 25 to October 5! Do come and support all the athletes taking part! India is only the 4th Nation in Asia to host the #worldparaathletics championships at a grand scale! Smash it, India. #WPAC2025 #CheerforIndia”.
