12th World Para Athletics Championships 2025

• The 12th World Para Athletics Championships 2025 began on September 27, 2025, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (JLN) in New Delhi.

• The nine-day extravaganza will run until October 5, 2025, and features over 1,000 para-athletes from over 100 countries.

• India is hosting the championships for the first time, with a strong team of 70+ Indian athletes.

• This global event marks a significant moment for Indian para sports, following the resounding success of the Paris Paralympics 2024, where Indian athletes created history by winning medals.