India to Host 2028 World Indoor Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar

India will host the prestigious World Indoor Athletics Championships for the first time in 2028. The event will be held in Bhubaneswar at the Kalinga Stadium Complex, a state-of-the-art indoor facility. This decision marks India's growing influence in global athletics.

India has secured the hosting rights for the World Indoor Athletics Championships in 2028, marking a significant milestone for the nation's presence in global athletics. This will be the first time the prestigious event is held in India.

The decision was announced at the World Athletics Council meeting in Torun, Poland. The event will take place at Bhubaneswar's state-of-the-art Kalinga Stadium Complex, a venue that has gained international attention for its modern facilities.

Indian athletics has been under the spotlight, especially since Neeraj Chopra's Olympic and World medal victories. The event is part of India's broader strategy to host various international sporting events, including a bid for the 2036 Olympics.

(With inputs from agencies.)