Athletics at the 2004 South Asian Games
| Athletics at the 9th South Asian Games | |
|---|---|
| Dates | 2 April – 6 April |
| Host city | Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Venue | Jinnah Stadium |
| Level | Senior |
| Events | 32 |
| Participation | ? athletes from 8 nations |
| Records set | 6 Games records |
← 1999 Kathmandu | |
At the 2004 South Asian Games, the athletics events were held at the Jinnah Stadium in Islamabad, Pakistan from 2 to 6 April 2004. A total of 32 events were contested, 19 by male and 13 by female athletes. Six Games records were set over the course of the five-day competition.
India topped the medal rankings with 15 golds and 29 medals. Sri Lanka were second best, followed by the hosts Pakistan. Madhuri Singh scored an 800/1500 metres double gold medal in the women's events. Sri Lanka's Rohan Pradeep Kumara made an impact on the men's side by winning the 200 and 400 metres events, as well as helping the Sri Lanka 4×400 m relay team to another gold.