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38th National Games: Start date, schedule, events, live streaming & all you need to know

38th National Games: Start date, schedule, events, live streaming & all you need to know

Uttarakhand gears up to host the 38th National Games, showcasing athletes across 35 sports. Know the venue, schedule, history and live streaming details.

Uttarakhand is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to host the 38th edition of the National Games, a major multi-sport event that will take place from January 28 to February 14. Organised by the Indian Olympic Association, this event will bring together athletes from all over India, competing for medals. As Uttarakhand celebrates its Silver Jubilee, the Games will not only focus on sports but also highlight the state’s cultural richness and natural beauty.

History of National Games

The National Games have a rich history that began in 1924, when they were first held in Lahore, undivided India, under the name Indian Olympic Games. Over the years, the Games have become an integral part of India’s sports landscape, providing athletes an opportunity to show their talents on a big platform.

Venues in Uttarakhand

The diverse terrain of Uttarakhand makes it an excellent location for the National Games. Events will be held across various districts, including Dehradun, Haridwar, and Nainital. Dehradun will host indoor sports like volleyball and badminton, while adventure sports such as archery are expected to take place in Nainital.

CityVenue
DehradunMaharana Pratap Sports Complex
Pavallion Ground Sports Complex
FRIMA Golf Course
HaridwarRoshnabad Sports Complex
ShivpuriShivpuri Adventure Sports Centre
New TehriTehri Lake
NainitalNainital Lake
Raj Bhavan Golf Course
HaldwaniHaldwani District Sports Complex
Indira Gandhi Sports Complex
RudrapurManoj Sarkar Sports Complex

Number of events and players

This year’s National Games will see the participation of around 9,720 athletes from 36 states, including 4,941 male and 4,779 female players. Competitions will span 45 events across 35 sports disciplines such as athletics, archery, rugby, and weightlifting, among others. In addition, demonstration sports like Mallakhamb and Yogasana will be shown as well.

National Games Schedule

Sports ListDatesVenue
TriathlonJanuary 26-30Manaskhand Tarantal, Golapur
BasketballJanuary 28-February 3Bhagirathi Hall, MPSC, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar
Kho KhoJanuary 28-February 1Chaukhamba Hall, Manaskhand Khel Parisar, Golapar
AquaticsJanuary 29-February 4Manaskhand Tarantal, Golapur
BadmintonJanuary 29-February 4Multi Purpose Hall, Parade Ground
FootballJanuary 29-February 7IGICS, Manaskhand Khel Parisar, Golapar (men) and Haldwani Football Stadium (women)
KabaddiJanuary 29-February 2Yogasthali Khel Parisar, Roshnabad Stadium
KalaripayattuJanuary 29-30Multi Purpose Hall, Police Line, Roshnabad Stadium
RaftingJanuary 29-31Kakadghat – Boom Mandir and Charan Mandir – Boom Mandir
RugbyJanuary 29-February 1Ganga Athletics Ground, MPSC, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar
ShootingJanuary 29-February 12Trishool Shooting Range, MPSC, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar and 46 Battalion, PAC
VolleyballJanuary 29-February 2Shivalik Hall
WushuJanuary 29-February 1Kanchenjunga Hall, MPSC, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar
CyclingJanuary 30-February 11Shivalik Velodrome, Sattal Christian Ashram
SquashJanuary 30-February 3Squash Court, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar
WeightliftingJanuary 30-February 3Monal Hall, MPSC, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar
BoxingJanuary 31-February 7Shri Hari Singh Thapa Sports College Indoor Stadium
YogasanaJanuary 31-February 4Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Stadium
ArcheryFebruary 1-7RGICS Ground, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar
Lawn BowlFebruary 1-8Hockey Practice Ground, MPSC, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar
RowingFebruary 3-5Water Sports Complex, Koti Colony
HockeyFebruary 4-13V K Hockey Stadium, Roshnabad Stadium
TaekwondoFebruary 5-8Milam Hall, Manaskhand Khel Parisar, Golapar
TennisFebruary 5-11Tennis Court, Parade Ground
HandballFebruary 7-11Shivalik Hall
NetballFebruary 7-13Kanchenjunga Hall, MPSC, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar
AthleticsFebruary 8-12Ganga Athletics Ground, MPSC, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar
GymnasticsFebruary 8-13Bhagirathi Hall, MPSC, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar
Modern PentathlonFebruary 8-13Trishool Shooting Range, MPSC, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar
FencingFebruary 9-13Chaukhamba Hall, Manaskhand Khel Parisar, Golapar
Table TennisFebruary 9-13Multi-Purpose Ground, Parade Ground
JudoFebruary 10-13Monal Hall, MPSC, Rajat Jayanti Khel Parisar
WrestlingFebruary 10-13Yogasthali Khel Parisar, Roshnabad Stadium
Canoeing & KayakingFebruary 11-13Water Sports Complex, Koti Colony
MallakhambFebruary 11-13Van Chetna Stadium, Khatima

Where to watch the National Games Live?

Fans can look forward to watching the National Games through live telecasts on DD Sports. Additionally, updates and highlights will be available on social media platforms.

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