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Bhopal’s International Sports Complex to Open with Women’s Asian Hockey Champions Trophy 2026 on Nov 19
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 30 Oct 2026, 04:37 PM
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The first phase of the ₹900‑crore International Sports Complex in Bhopal will be inaugurated on 19 November, coinciding with the launch of the Women’s Asian Hockey Champions Trophy 2026.
Bhopal is set to host its first major international sporting venue as the initial phase of the International Sports Complex, built at an estimated cost of around ₹900 crore, prepares for inauguration. The sprawling facility, located on the outskirts of the city, includes world‑class hockey fields, indoor arenas and training infrastructure designed to meet global standards.
The opening ceremony is scheduled for 19 November and will be marked by the commencement of the Women’s Asian Hockey Champions Trophy 2026. The tournament, featuring top Asian national teams, will serve as the complex’s debut event and is expected to draw athletes and officials from across the continent.
State officials have highlighted the complex as a catalyst for positioning Bhopal as a hub for international sports, aiming to attract future championships and boost local tourism. The venue’s readiness underscores the Madhya Pradesh government’s broader push to develop sports infrastructure ahead of upcoming national and international competitions.
The opening ceremony is scheduled for 19 November and will be marked by the commencement of the Women’s Asian Hockey Champions Trophy 2026. The tournament, featuring top Asian national teams, will serve as the complex’s debut event and is expected to draw athletes and officials from across the continent.
State officials have highlighted the complex as a catalyst for positioning Bhopal as a hub for international sports, aiming to attract future championships and boost local tourism. The venue’s readiness underscores the Madhya Pradesh government’s broader push to develop sports infrastructure ahead of upcoming national and international competitions.