Tashkent to Host World Para Athletics Championships 2027 in June

World Para Athletics has announced that Tashkent will host the 2027 World Para Athletics Championships. This event is scheduled to be held in the June 2027. This will marks the first time the Central Asia will host the prestigious event. The championship which is one of the largest para sporting events in the world will take place at the state-of-the-art Olympic City Main Stadium in Tashkent.

Tashkent Selected as Host for 2027 Championships

The announcement confirms that Tashkent will host the 13th edition of the World Para Athletics Championships.

This decision showcases the Uzbekistan’s expanding infrastructure and its commitment to promote the inclusive sports and global sporting events.

This event will be staged at the Olympic City Main Stadium which is the modern facility capable of to hosting international competitions.

Landmark Moment For The Central Asia

The 2027 edition will be the first-ever World Para Athletics Championships which set to be held in Central Asia and making it the landmark moment for the region.

Asia has previously hosted the event in the cities like the,

• Doha (2015)
• Dubai (2019)
• Kobe (2024)
• New Delhi (2025)

As the Tashkent joining this list the championship continues to expand the geographical footprint with idea to promoting the inclusivity and global participation.

Importance of the World Para Athletics Championships

The World Para Athletics Championships is the high level global competition for athletes with disabilities.

It is organized under the umbrella of the International Paralympic Committee.

Key highlights of the event includes the,

• Participation from the hundreds of athletes around the world.
• It also showcase the elite para-athletic talent.
• And also lays the qualification pathway for Paralympic Games.

Why Tashkent Was Chosen

Tashkent’s selection indicates the several factors.

The city has recently invested heavily in the sports facilities and urban development and making it  capable to hosting international events.

Also it is located in Central Asia and the Tashkent provides the new regional platform for global sports and also encouraged participation from emerging nations.

Uzbekistan has shown the growing interest in developing the para sports which is aligning with global efforts to promote inclusivity.

Question

Q. The 2027 World Para Athletics Championships will be hosted in,

A. Doha
B. Dubai
C. Tashkent
D. Tokyo