New Delhi: Ottobock is the Official Technical Service Provider for the 12th World Para Athletics Championships, to be held in New Delhi from September 27 to October 5, 2025, the first time this prestigious event will take place in India. This flagship championship brings together over 1,000 athletes from more than 20 countries, competing across 186 medal events, and represents the largest gathering in the event’s history.
With more than 26 years of experience supporting the International Paralympic Committee since 1988, Ottobock will deliver on-site technical services to ensure athletes’ prosthetics, orthotics, and wheelchairs are maintained for optimum performance throughout the games.
The championship was inaugurated in the presence of esteemed guests, including Dr Mansukh L. Mandaviya, Hon’ble Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports (Chief Guest), Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports (Special Guest), Smt. Rekha Gupta, Hon’ble Chief Minister, Government of Delhi (Guest of Honour), Shri Ashish Sood, Hon’ble Education Minister, Government of Delhi (Distinguished Guest), and Sushri Kangana Ranaut, MP, who serves as the Brand Ambassador of the IndianOil New Delhi 2025 WPA Championships (Guest of Eminence).
Devendra Jhajharia, President, Paralympic Committee of India said, “It is a proud moment for India to host the World Para Athletics Championships for the very first time. This event is not just about sporting excellence, but also about showcasing the resilience, determination, and talent of para athletes on the world stage. The partnership with Ottobock, a trusted global leader in mobility solutions, ensures that our athletes can compete with confidence, knowing they have world-class technical support behind them. Together, we are setting new benchmarks for inclusion and inspiring millions across the country to embrace the true spirit of sport.”
Peter Franzel, Head of Sports, Events & Exhibitions said “At Ottobock, for more than three decades, we have dedicated ourselves to service excellence, ensuring athletes compete without worry or interruption. We take great pride in delivering expert care and timely repairs so athletes can focus fully on their performance. Supporting para athletes is central to our mission, and we are honoured to be a reliable partner at every major event.”
Heinrich Popow, Ex-para-athletic Champion and Ottobock’s Brand Ambassador said: “Delivering world-class technical support at this scale is a strategic commitment aligned with our long-standing partnership with the International Paralympic Committee. Being part of this historic event in India allows us to expand into emerging markets, enhance stakeholder value, and promote our vision of inclusive, technology-driven healthcare. By empowering athletes with reliable and innovative solutions, we contribute to progress on and off the field.”
Symbolising strength and inclusion, the event mascot “Viraaj”, a young elephant with a blade prosthesis, captures the spirit of para athletes in India and worldwide. Ottobock’s involvement reflects its global leadership in mobility solutions and supports the advancement of para sport as a platform for innovation and inclusion on the world stage.
