Chennai likely to host 2029 Asian Athletics Championships at Nehru Stadium, TNAA chair says

Chennai is likely to host the 2029 Asian Athletics (men & women) championships at the Nehru Stadium, possibly in August, TNAA chairman C. Latha said on Tuesday after attending the Asian Athletics Federation Council meeting in Tokyo. She said the proposal followed an online presentation and an inspection of the stadium.

Latha, who represented the TNAA and the State government, said the online presentation was made by J. Meghanatha Reddy, Member Secretary, SDAT, and that the delegation emphasised the Nehru Stadium’s record in hosting international meets and the availability of the practice facility at the Nehru ‘B’ ground. She also pointed to Chennai’s international airport and hotels close to the venue, and said the State government will, in any case, relay the main athletics track soon.

C.K. Valson, a member of the Competition Commission for Asian Athletics, inspected the Nehru Stadium last week and was reportedly happy with the track and the practice ground. "Valson was happy with the infrastructure. He told us to make arrangements for VIP lounges, modify the seating arrangements and install LED screens," Latha added.

"All that remains is for the State government to send a letter to the president of the Asia Athletics Federation confirming that it will bear the entire cost of hosting the meet," Latha added.

Published - November 10, 2026 07:51 pm IST