Rajgir Sports Complex in Rajgir, Bihar, is a state-of-the-art sports facility aimed at transforming the region into a hub for sports and talent development.[1].[2] The complex was inaugurated on August 29, 2024, coinciding with National Sports Day.[3] The complex, supported by the Bihar State Sports Authority (BSSA), is designed to be self-sufficient and foster sports development through training, scholarships, and modern infrastructure. It aims to elevate Bihar’s presence in national and international sports.
It is a state of art sports complex which has the facilities for 28 indoor and outdoor games including cricket with all modern facilities like a research center, motivation center, sports library, swimming pool, cafeteria.[4] This stadium also supports twenty-five games including cricket, hockey, football and swimming.[5]
Location
Situated in Nalanda district, about 100 km south of Patna and 20 km from the historic Nalanda ruins, the complex spans approximately 90-97.9 acres. It was built at an estimated cost of ₹ 740-851 crore.
Key facilities
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary meeting with sport persons at Rajgir Sports Complex and Cricket stadium on 29 August 2024.
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.
Multi-Sport Facilities: The complex supports 23-25 sports, including hockey, football, kabaddi, volleyball, wrestling, athletics, swimming, weightlifting, table tennis, basketball, and handball, all built to international standards.
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 complex blends modernity with tradition, using brick and stone for a grand, historical aesthetic. The hockey arena features murals depicting ancient Nalanda’s legacy as a learning hub.
Bihar Sports University
Co-located within the complex, inaugurated on August 29, 2024, by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.[7] It focuses on sports science, psychology, nutrition, and coaching, aiming to nurture future sports leaders and enhance Bihar’s sports ecosystem.
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