India selected to host the World Indoor
Athletics Championships 2028
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India selected to host
the World Indoor Athletics Championships 2028.
¨ The World Indoor
Athletics Championships 2028 has been awarded to India, marking the first time
the country will host this prestigious event.
¨ The championship will be
held at the Kalinga Stadium indoor facility in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
¨ On 19 March, hosting
rights were granted during the World Athletics Council meeting held in Torun,
Poland.
¨
The decision reflects the
growing stature of Indian athletics on the global stage.
¨ Presently, the 2026
edition is being held in Torun, Poland, from 20 to 22 March, featuring competitions
over three days.
¨ The event typically includes 26 competitions, with equal events for men and women.
¨ A mixed 4x400m relay event has been introduced for the first time in the 2026 championship.
