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Pune was officially announced as the host for the 2032 UCI Road World Championships on September 24, 2026, marking the first time the prestigious global cycling event will be held in India. The decision was finalised during the UCI Congress in Montreal, Canada. Pune won the final bidding round against Groningen/Drenthe of the Netherlands after Colombia and Mexico were eliminated. The bid was jointly submitted by the Government of Maharashtra and the Cycling Federation of India, with support from the Government of India. Proposed venues include Balewadi Stadium and the Pune University circuit. The championship will also support opportunities for Indian officials, coaches, and athletes.