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Punjab to Host Largest Sporting Carnival with 10 Lakh Participants, Says Mann Govt
✍️ News18
🗓 20 Aug 2026, 05:48 PM
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The Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, announced plans for a state‑wide sporting carnival that aims to involve ten lakh athletes across various disciplines.
Punjab's Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann unveiled a massive sporting carnival that will be the biggest of its kind in the state. Organisers expect participation from around ten lakh athletes, ranging from school children to professional sportspersons, across multiple venues.
The event, slated to begin later this year, will feature competitions in athletics, cricket, hockey, kabaddi and other popular games. State officials say the carnival aims to promote grassroots sports, identify talent and boost the state's reputation as a sports hub.
Logistical arrangements are already underway, with the government allocating funds for infrastructure upgrades, equipment procurement and safety measures. Local authorities are coordinating with schools, clubs and sports federations to ensure smooth registration and scheduling.
If successful, the carnival could set a benchmark for large‑scale sports initiatives in India, showcasing Punjab's commitment to nurturing athletic talent and encouraging mass participation.
The Mann administration hopes the event will also generate economic activity in host towns through tourism, hospitality and related services.
The event, slated to begin later this year, will feature competitions in athletics, cricket, hockey, kabaddi and other popular games. State officials say the carnival aims to promote grassroots sports, identify talent and boost the state's reputation as a sports hub.
Logistical arrangements are already underway, with the government allocating funds for infrastructure upgrades, equipment procurement and safety measures. Local authorities are coordinating with schools, clubs and sports federations to ensure smooth registration and scheduling.
If successful, the carnival could set a benchmark for large‑scale sports initiatives in India, showcasing Punjab's commitment to nurturing athletic talent and encouraging mass participation.
The Mann administration hopes the event will also generate economic activity in host towns through tourism, hospitality and related services.