Patna: The Bihar State Games 2026 will be organised in the first week of December, providing a major platform for young athletes across the state to showcase their sporting talent and skills. The event will feature competitions in more than 20 sports disciplines, with events scheduled to take place at various sports venues in Patna and Nalanda.
Preparations for the sporting event are underway, with a review meeting held on Tuesday under the chairpersonship of Bihar Sports Minister Shreyasi Singh. The meeting focused on the organisation of competitions, participation of athletes, team selection and the arrangements required for the successful conduct of the games.
Officials informed the minister that the process of receiving team entries through the respective sports associations had been completed. Other preparations for the event are also progressing at a fast pace.
Bihar State Games 2026 to Feature Over 20 Sports Disciplines
The Bihar State Games aim to encourage sporting talent across the state and provide young athletes with an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.
More than 20 sports disciplines will be included in the competition. Events will be organised at different sports venues in Patna as well as in Nalanda, ensuring participation from athletes across Bihar.
The event is also expected to contribute to strengthening the state’s sporting culture and creating more opportunities for emerging players.
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Multiple Departments to Coordinate for Smooth Conduct
To ensure the successful and well-organised conduct of the Bihar State Games 2026, coordination will be established among various government departments.
The responsibilities have been outlined as follows:
- Health Department: Medical examinations of athletes and arrangements for healthcare and medical facilities.
- Home Department: Security arrangements and maintenance of law and order during the event.
- Information and Public Relations Department: Publicity and promotional activities related to the games.
- Other concerned departments: Support and coordination for the necessary arrangements.
The departments will work together to ensure that all arrangements are completed on time and that athletes receive the required facilities during the competitions.
Sports Minister Shreyasi Singh Reviews Preparations
Chairing the review meeting, Sports Minister Shreyasi Singh said the Bihar State Games would serve as an important platform for young athletes to display their talent and sporting abilities.
She said the key objectives of the event are to promote a sporting culture in Bihar, encourage more young people to participate in sports and provide talented players with opportunities to progress.
The minister directed officials to complete all preparations within the निर्धारित timeline and maintain effective coordination among departments to ensure the grand and successful organisation of the event.
Senior Officials Attend Review Meeting
The meeting was attended by Sports Department Secretary Deepak Anand, senior officials, representatives of the Bihar State Sports Authority (BSSA), including its Director General, and other concerned officers.
The officials reviewed the preparations and discussed the steps required to ensure the smooth organisation of the Bihar State Games 2026 in Patna and Nalanda.
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