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Paralympic Committee of India delegation meets Delhi CM

New Delhi, May 10 (UNI) A delegation from the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) on Saturday met the Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, to review preparations for the World Para Athletics Championships, scheduled to be held in September–October.
Vanathi Srinivasan was accompanied by Devendra Jhajharia, President of PCI; Satyanarayana, Head Coach; Satyababu, Director and Kirubakarar Raju, Joint Secretary of the New Delhi 2025 Championships.
The Chief Minister assured full cooperation from the Delhi Government and reiterated the city’s commitment to ensuring all necessary facilities and support for the successful conduct of the Championships.
This marks the first time New Delhi will host the prestigious event, which is expected to welcome athletes from over 100 countries.
The meeting focused on key planning areas, including venue infrastructure, accessibility, logistics, athlete accommodation and coordination with volunteers and cultural programmes.
Speaking after the meeting, Vanathi Srinivasan commended the Delhi administration’s readiness and highlighted the importance of the event in promoting para-athletics and providing a global platform for athletes with disabilities.
She emphasized that the Championships would reflect India’s growing stature in international sports and its commitment to inclusivity.
The Paralympic Committee of India is working in coordination with various government departments to ensure smooth execution and meaningful participation, aiming to make the 2025 Championships a milestone for para-sport in India.
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