Rajgir Sports Complex
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| Location | Rajgir, Bihar |
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| Owner | Bihar State Sports Authority |
| Acreage | 97.9 acres (39.6 ha) |
| Construction | |
| Built | 2021 |
| Opened | 29 August 2024 |
| Builder | Shapoorji Pallonji Group |
Rajgir Sports Complex in Rajgir, Bihar, is a sports facility.[1][2] The complex was inaugurated on August 29, 2024, coinciding with National Sports Day.[3] The complex is supported by the Bihar State Sports Authority (BSSA).[4]
It has the facilities for 28 indoor and outdoor games including cricket with facilities like a research center, motivation center, sports library, swimming pool, cafeteria.[5] This stadium also supports twenty-five games including cricket, hockey, football and swimming.[6]
Location
[edit | edit source]Situated in Nalanda district, about 100 km south of Patna, the complex spans approximately 90-97.9 acres. It was built at an estimated cost of ₹ 740-851 crore.[7][8]
Key facilities
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- Rajgir International Cricket Stadium: Under construction, it will have a seating capacity of 40,000-50,000, making it Bihar’s largest and most modern stadium, modeled after the Sydney Cricket Ground. It will serve as the home for the Bihar cricket team and host international matches.
- Hockey Arena: The first completed facility, with Astroturf (same as used in Paris Olympics) and seating for 8,000-10,000 spectators. It hosted the 2024 Women's Asian Champions Trophy and 2025 Men's Hockey Asia Cup.[9]
- Multi-Sport Facilities: The complex supports 23-25 sports, including hockey, football, kabaddi, volleyball, wrestling, athletics, swimming, weightlifting, table tennis, basketball, and handball.
- Additional Amenities: Includes a sports research center, motivation center, sports library, swimming pool, cafeteria, food court, and an Art & Culture Handicraft Exhibition Gallery showcasing Bihar’s traditional crafts.
- Design: The hockey arena features murals depicting ancient Nalanda’s legacy as a learning hub.
Bihar Sports University
[edit | edit source]Co-located within the complex, inaugurated on August 29, 2024, by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.[10] It focuses on sports science, psychology, nutrition, and coaching.
Events
[edit | edit source]It hosted the 2024 Women's Asian Champions Trophy, marking its debut as an international venue. It also hosted the Asia Rugby Under-20 Championship 2025.[11][12]
Photo gallery
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See also
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References
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