New Delhi, Aug. 27 -- Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) President Devendra Jhajharia explained the importance of the 'Mondo' track in preparing for the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympics.

The World Para Athletics Championships will be held in the national capital from September 27 to October 5 and will be played on the newly laid Mondo track at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. The Mondo track is a synthetic track surface for athletics, considered beneficial for athletes and reducing the risk of injury.

Jhajharia revealed that they wished for such a track during their playing days; however, the lack of money kept them away from practising on such turf. With the passage of time, India has transformed into an economic powerhouse, and the turf has...