| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | India's bid for 2029 and 2031 World Athletics Championships |
| Announcement Date | July 6, 2025 |
| Location of Announcement | Bengaluru |
| Key Official | Adille Sumariwalla (AFI President and World Athletics Vice-President) |
| Bid Submission Deadlines | - Expression of Interest: October 1, 2025 <br> - Detailed Application: April 1, 2026 <br> - Final Bid: August 5, 2026 |
| Decision Timeline | Hosts for both editions to be awarded in September 2026 |
| Strategic Focus | India is open to hosting either 2029 or 2031, depending on availability |
| Reason for Including 2031 | Asia is hosting 2025 (Tokyo) and 2027 (Beijing); 2029 may reduce India's chances |
| Long-Term Goal | Part of India's plan to host the 2036 Olympics |
| Other Events of Interest | - 2028 Junior World Championships (host to be announced in December 2025) <br> - World Athletics Relays (post-2026 and 2028 editions) |
| Previous Engagement | India expressed interest in hosting during Sebastian Coe's visit in late 2024 |
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