India, July 21 -- A dedicated velodrome worth Rs.35 crore has been proposed at Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in Balewadi ahead of the Pune Grand Challenge Tour-2026, an international-standard cycling race set to take place in January. The initiative aims to promote professional cycling in Maharashtra and leave a lasting sporting legacy for the Pune district.

Deputy chief minister and Pune Guardian Minister Ajit Pawar, who chaired a high-level review meeting on Sunday in Pune, confirmed that funds for the velodrome project will be sanctioned immediately. The facility is intended to offer training infrastructure to aspiring cyclists, particularly those inspired by the upcoming global event.

The velodrome proposal was presented by Sports...