- India has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2028 World Indoor Athletics Championships, marking the first time the country will host this prestigious event.
- The championships will be held within the indoor complex of the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
- The hosting rights were granted during a meeting of the World Athletics Council held in Toruń, Poland, on March 19.
- This decision reflects the growing global stature of Indian athletics.
- Currently, the 2026 edition is being held in Toruń, Poland, from March 20 to 22, featuring competitions spanning three days.
- The event typically comprises 26 competitions, with an equal number of events for men and women.
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