Overview
- PCI unveiled the home contingent at a jersey launch in New Delhi, confirming a 73-strong team that includes 19 women and is headlined by javelin star Sumit Antil.
- Mariyappan Thangavelu and Sharad Kumar were left out of the squad, with a coach telling PTI they missed selection trials due to a technique change and a planned focus on the Asian Para Games, respectively.
- The championships run from September 27 to October 5 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi.
- PCI president Devendra Jhajharia said 107 countries have confirmed entries and stated India aims to surpass its 17-medal tally from the 2024 edition in Japan.
- Venue work is ongoing with a Mondo track slated to be ready by September 1, and the jersey event featured brand ambassador Kangana Ranaut alongside PCI and World Para Athletics officials.