Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways and Dibrugarh MP Sarbananda Sonowal visited the newly constructed stadium at Khanikar in Dibrugarh on Tuesday, June 2, to review its infrastructure, facilities and progress and to assess its readiness for future use. The inspection focused on amenities already in place and ongoing works intended to strengthen sporting activities across the district and Upper Assam.
During the visit, Sonowal inspected playing surfaces, seating, support facilities and ancillary infrastructure, and offered suggestions aimed at effective development and optimal utilisation of the complex. Officials briefed him on the construction status and remaining works needed to make the stadium fully operational for training and competitions.
Expressing confidence in the project’s long-term impact, Sonowal said the modern facility has the potential to significantly reinforce the sporting ecosystem of Dibrugarh and the wider Upper Assam region and added that it “will usher in a new era for sports.” He called for continued focus on good maintenance, scheduling, and community access to ensure the stadium benefits local athletes.
The Union Minister emphasised that building and strengthening sports infrastructure is essential to create opportunities for young athletes, to foster a culture of excellence, and to identify and train emerging talent from the region. He urged stakeholders to plan programmes that link the facility to talent development and regular competitive events.
Several dignitaries accompanied Sonowal, including Assam Tourism Development Corporation Chairman Rituparna Baruah, Assam Petro-Chemicals Limited Chairman Bikul Deka, Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation Deputy Mayor Ujjal Phukan, Dibrugarh Development Authority Chairman Asim Hazarika, Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council CEM Tongkeswar Sonowal, Dibrugarh Deputy Commissioner Bikram Kairi, Dibrugarh District Sports Association President Niranjan Saikia and District Sports Officer Sami Saikia. The inspection was part of efforts to review the stadium’s readiness and plan its future utilisation to promote sports and youth talent in Upper Assam.
Original Source: https://www.indiatodayne.in/assam/story/new-dibrugarh-stadium-set-to-boost-sporting-ecosystem-across-upper-assam-sarbananda-sonowal-1401721-2026-06-02?utm_source=rssfeed
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Publish Date: 2026-06-02 20:42:00
