India Unveils Logo and Mascot for 2025 World Para Athletics Championships
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 2025 World Para Athletics Championships |
| Edition | 12th |
| Dates | September 27 to October 5, 2025 |
| Venue | Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi |
| Host Nation | India (first time hosting) |
| Medal Events | 186 |
| Participating Nations | Over 100 countries expected |
| Mascot Name | Viraaj |
| Mascot Representation | A young elephant with a blade prosthesis, symbolizing strength, hope, and the spirit of para-athletes |
| Logo & Mascot Launch | Unveiled on June 20, 2025, by the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) |
| Preparation Status | Athletics track at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium being relaid; completion expected one month before the event |
| Significance | India's first time hosting; highlights commitment to inclusive sports; potential to inspire infrastructural improvements |