Bajaj Auto, in partnership with the Pune District and the Government of Maharashtra, has announced that it will serve as the Title Sponsor of Pune Grand Tour, a UCI 2.2-approved, multi-day, multi-stage international cycling road race.
Being conceptualised by the Pune District Collector and supported by the Government of Maharashtra, the Bajaj Pune Grand Tour will see India’s debut in the global cycling circuit under the UCI 2.2 category road race.
The Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026 will feature continental teams and national federations competing for glory across a four-stage, 437-kilometre race.
The Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026 is set to take place from 19–23 January 2026, under the aggies of Cycling Federation of India (CFI), Asian Cycling Confederation (ACC) and Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI).
Sumeet Narang, President Marketing, Bajaj Auto, said, “Bajaj Auto has redefined mobility over last 75 years. We have proudly carried the Indian badge to over 100 countries by selling our products successfully there. We are delighted to partner with the Pune Grand Tour and promote Indian talent and riding terrains to the entire world.”
Jitendra Dudi (IAS), Collector, Pune District and Officer-In-Charge, Bajaj Pune Grand Tour, said, “The Bajaj name brings with it credibility, commitment and passion to the cause of sport, and to our combined vision to achieve through Pune Grand Tour for the citizens of Pune, its district and for India as a sporting nation.”
