Forgotten but now revitalized,’s presence on the global athletics stage is set to take a monumental leap as prepares to host the country’s first-ever Continental Tour competition on August 10, 2025.
Thisevent, a bronze-level meet under World Athletics’ supervision, marks return to international athletics hosting after over two decades.
The announcement was made by thewhile releasing its 2025 competition schedule.
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The event will be held in the state-of-the-art Kalinga Stadium, a venue renowned for hosting several international sporting events.
«This will be the first time and most prestigious global athletics event after the permit meets in the ’80s and ’90s and the World Half Marathon in 2004. This is a big achievement and will help athletics grow in the country,» an AFI official was quoted by
India’s history with international athletics has been sporadic, with the last major event being the 2004 World Half Marathon Championships in New Delhi.
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Prior to that, the country hosted a series of permit meets in the late 1980s and early 1990s, but consistent participation on the world stage has been elusive.
This upcoming event symbolizes a significant shift as India seeks to establish itself as a hub for global athletics.
The World Athletics Continental Tour sits just below the elite Diamond League series, offering a platform for top athletes to compete across gold, silver, and bronze categories.
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An official from the AFI further revealed plans to elevate India’s standing in global athletics through focused initiatives.
«We are trying for a big global javelin event and hoping to get it,» the official noted.
This aligns with India’s growing dominance in javelin throw, a sport that has captured national imagination following Neeraj Chopra’s historic achievements, including his Olympic gold in Tokyo and silver in Paris.
The choice of Bhubaneswar as the host city underscores the growing reputation of Odisha as a sporting destination.
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The has already earned international acclaim for hosting the FIH Hockey World Cup and Asian Athletics Championships.
This historic move comes at a time when India is nurturing a new generation of athletes aiming for global recognition.
By hosting the Continental Tour, India takes a bold step in redefining its athletic future, ensuring that the nation’s tryst with global sporting excellence continues to grow stronger.