Overview

• The championships run September 27–October 5 at New Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, with the opening ceremony on September 25 and Prasar Bharati named as the official broadcaster.
• WPA head Paul Fitzgerald praised India’s para-sport rise and said the country is the ideal host, framing the event as a platform to boost visibility and leave a lasting legacy.
• Organisers report entries from 104 countries and expect more than 2,200 athletes and support staff, positioning the meet as India’s largest para-sporting event to date.
• Venue upgrades include a new Mondo track, accessibility enhancements, a Para‑friendly gym, and two long jump pits with one designed specifically for Para athletes.
• Coverage varies on the medal‑event count, with reports listing either 184 or 186 events, reflecting a small inconsistency in published figures.