Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday (February 26) inaugurated the Sualkuchi Sports Complex in Kamrup district, located close to Guwahati. The project, built at a cost of ₹67.51 crore, is expected to strengthen sports infrastructure in the greater Guwahati region.
The newly inaugurated complex features a FIFA-standard football ground, an eight-lane athletics track, and a modern indoor arena.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the ₹67.51 crore Sualkuchi Sports Complex on February 26 in Kamrup district near Guwahati. The facility includes a FIFA-standard football ground, an eight-lane athletics track, and a modern indoor arena to boost grassroots sports development in the region.
Major Sports Infrastructure Boost Near Guwahati
Sualkuchi, located on the outskirts of Guwahati in Kamrup district, has now added a large-scale sports facility aimed at benefiting athletes from Guwahati and the surrounding areas.
The sports complex includes:
- A FIFA-standard football ground
- An 8-lane synthetic athletics track
- A modern indoor sports arena
With Guwahati serving as the sporting hub of Assam, the facility is expected to ease pressure on existing stadiums in the city.
Official Statement
In a post on X, the Chief Minister’s Office stated:
“The state-of-the-art facility reaffirms Assam CM-led Govt of Assam’s unmatched push to transform grassroots sports infrastructure across the state.”
The government has, in recent years, announced several projects focused on improving district-level sports facilities.
Impact on Athletes in Guwahati and Kamrup
Athletes from Guwahati often train in facilities within the city limits, including Sarusajai and other sports complexes. The Sualkuchi complex may provide an additional venue for training, competitions, and talent scouting in the greater Guwahati belt.
Given its proximity to Guwahati, the facility is likely to serve students, clubs,s and sports academies based in the city.
What Happens Next?
The complex is now open for use following its inauguration. Further details regarding scheduling, access for local athletes, and upcoming tournaments are expected to be announced by the concerned authorities.
With Assam preparing to host more sporting events in the coming years, expanded infrastructure around Guwahati is expected to play a central role.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Sualkuchi Sports Complex located?
It is located in Sualkuchi, Kamrup district, near Guwahati.
What facilities does the complex include? What facilities does the complex include?
The complex features a FIFA-standard football ground, an eight-lane athletics track and a modern indoor sports arena.