Overview
- The World Athletics Council confirmed the 2028 host in Torun, with President Sebastian Coe and vice-president Adille Sumariwalla announcing Bhubaneswar, and named Astana as the 2030 host.
- India will stage the global indoor meet for the first time, with provisional dates reported as March 3–5, 2028.
- The Kalinga Indoor Athletics Stadium features a 200m synthetic track, dedicated jumps and shot put areas, and seating for about 1,700 under World Athletics Category 1 certification.
- Preparations include the inaugural National Indoor Championships on March 24–25, 2026, test operations at the venue, and plans to add temporary spectator seating.
- Indian officials frame the award as part of a broader push to elevate domestic athletics and build hosting credentials alongside future bids, including the 2030 Commonwealth Games and longer-term Olympic ambitions.