Will PM Modi Support India's Vision for Para-Sports as 104 Countries Gear Up for the World Para Championship?

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Key Takeaways
- 104 countries will participate.
- 2,500+ para-athletes expected.
- Event spans September 27 to October 5, 2025.
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium is the venue.
- Focus on inclusivity and resilience.
New Delhi, Aug 20 (NationPress) The Chief Patron of the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI), Vanathi Srinivasan, had an audience with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and extended an invitation for him to inaugurate the opening ceremony of the World Para Championship 2025.
India is preparing to host the most significant para-sport event ever seen on its grounds, with representatives from 104 countries and more than 2,500 para-athletes and support personnel in attendance.
Scheduled to take place at the renowned Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (JLN Stadium) in New Delhi from September 27 to October 5, 2025, this event is set to be a remarkable tribute to human spirit, tenacity, and athletic excellence.
With an impressive 186 medal events across categories for men, women, and mixed teams, the championship will feature intense rivalries, unforgettable experiences, and motivating stories of perseverance on a grand international platform.
Competitors will come from all corners of the globe, including athletic powerhouses like the United States, Germany, England, Canada, Brazil, France, Spain, Japan, Mexico, Turkey, Poland, Australia, China, and many others, positioning New Delhi as a bustling hub of diversity, unity, and the transformative essence of sports.
The JLN Stadium has undergone significant upgrades, merging state-of-the-art technology with thorough accessibility improvements to establish a top-tier, inclusive space for athletes, officials, media, and fans.
Reflecting on this monumental journey, Vanathi Srinivasan stated, “Hosting the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi transcends mere competition; it aims to highlight the unyielding strength and spirit of para-athletes who redefine bravery and resolve. This event will motivate millions, demonstrate India’s organizational capability, and fuel the aspirations of myriad future champions. The world will experience the essence of inclusivity and resilience as never before.”