Ahmedabad, May 28 (UNI) In a major boost to Indian sport, Ahmedabad will host the 2026 Asian Weightlifting Championships, marking the country’s return as host of the prestigious continental event after a gap of 44 years, the Asian Weightlifting Federation (AWF) announced on WEdnesday.
The last time India played host was in 1982, when the event was held in New Delhi alongside the Asian Games. Since its inception in 1957, the continental championship has largely eluded Indian soil, making the 2026 edition a historic comeback for Indian weightlifting on the Asian stage.
The tournament, scheduled from April 1 to 10 next year, was initially allotted to Gandhinagar, Gujarat, at the AWF Congress held in 2024 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. However, the venue has now been shifted to Ahmedabad, which is expected to provide enhanced infrastructure and greater logistical support.