Tag: Chhattisgarh Sports

  • Hockey League Gives Chhattisgarh Talent National Platform, Says Mandaviya

    Hockey League Gives Chhattisgarh Talent National Platform, Says Mandaviya

    Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya described the Chhattisgarh Hockey League as a model for the country, while Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said the tournament will help players from villages, tribal regions and remote areas gain national and international recognition.

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    RAIPUR, NOVEMBER 1: Union Minister for Labour, Employment, Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Sunday hailed the Chhattisgarh Hockey League as a role model for the country, saying hockey remains the pride of the nation and such initiatives are vital for producing future champions.

    Addressing the closing and prize distribution ceremony at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Hockey Stadium in Raipur, Mandaviya and Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai congratulated the winning and runner-up teams and praised the performances of players throughout the tournament.

    Chief Minister Sai said the league has provided a major platform for players from Bastar to Surguja and from Raigarh to Rajnandgaon to showcase their abilities, compete with talented athletes and learn from experienced national and international players.

    Highlighting the state’s focus on sports development, he said the Mukhyamantri Khel Utkarsh Mission has been launched to identify talent in villages, tribal belts and remote regions and connect promising players with modern training facilities.

    Sai noted that each team in the league featured an Olympian, giving young players a unique opportunity to learn from international-level talent. He also appreciated the broadcast of matches on JioHotstar and the inclusion of Chhattisgarhi commentary, which helped connect the event with local audiences.

    Mandaviya said initiatives such as Khelo India and Fit India have transformed the country’s sporting culture and encouraged youth to view sports as a career opportunity. He expressed confidence that the Chhattisgarh Hockey League would continue to grow and strengthen the state’s identity on the national sporting map.

    The tournament featured six franchises – Rajdhani Royals, Nyaydhani Knights, Sanskardhani Strikers, Chakradhar Champions, Bailadila Bulls and Mainpat Titans – turning the competition into a celebration of hockey across the state.

    Deputy Chief Ministers Arun Sao and Vijay Sharma, Skill Development Minister Guru Khushwant Saheb, MP Brijmohan Agrawal and league ambassador and former Indian hockey captain Sardar Singh were also present on the occasion.

    Khabar 365 Takeaway

    The Chhattisgarh Hockey League is emerging as a key platform for nurturing grassroots sporting talent, with the state government aiming to create future Indian hockey stars from villages and tribal regions.

  • Durg Zone Dominates 26th State-Level School Games, Clinches Overall Championship

    Durg Zone Dominates 26th State-Level School Games, Clinches Overall Championship

    Durg Zone emerged as the undisputed champion of the 26th State-Level School Games Championship held in Bhilai, securing top honours in both netball and karate. Nearly 468 student-athletes from across Chhattisgarh participated in the four-day event, which showcased emerging sporting talent and competitive excellence.

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    DURG: Home favourites Durg Zone stamped their authority on the 26th State-Level School Games Championship, emerging as the overall champions after a commanding performance in netball and karate at Bhilai.

    The four-day championship, held from October 28 to 31 at Bhilai Vidyalaya, Sector-2, brought together nearly 468 student-athletes from Durg, Raipur, Bilaspur, Bastar and Surguja zones. Over four days of competition, young athletes battled for honours while showcasing skill, discipline and sportsmanship.

    Durg’s dominance was visible throughout the tournament. The zone swept both the Under-17 Boys and Under-17 Girls Netball titles, underlining its strength in the team event and setting the tone for an impressive campaign.

    Netball Results

    In netball, Durg Zone proved unbeatable, claiming top honours in both Under-17 categories. Raipur Zone finished second in the boys’ and girls’ divisions, while Bastar Zone secured third place in the boys’ competition and Bilaspur Zone finished third among the girls.

    Karate Results

    Durg’s supremacy extended to the karate arena, where its athletes captured titles in the Under-14 Boys, Under-14 Girls, Under-17 Boys and Under-19 Boys categories. Raipur Zone emerged as the strongest challenger, winning the Under-17 Girls and Under-19 Girls divisions, while Bilaspur and Bastar also secured podium finishes across various categories.

    With six championship-winning performances across the two disciplines, Durg Zone comfortably secured the General Championship Trophy, capping a memorable campaign on home soil.

    The closing ceremony was attended by Joint Director of Education K.V. Rao, District Education Officer J.S. Dheer, Sports Officer Kalpana Swami, Assistant Sports Officer Chhaya Prakash Rao and Assistant Director Amit Ghosh, who congratulated the athletes and praised their competitive spirit.

    Officials also acknowledged the contribution of nearly 100 physical education teachers, technical officials, referees, coaches and organising committee members who ensured the smooth conduct of the championship.

    Assistant Sports Officer P.J. Sebastian proposed the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to players, coaches, officials, guests and media representatives for making the event a success.

    365 Takeaway

    The State-Level School Games once again highlighted the depth of sporting talent emerging from schools across Chhattisgarh. Durg Zone’s commanding performance reflects the growing emphasis on grassroots sports development and school-level training programmes, creating a strong foundation for future athletes in the state.

  • DPS Ranchi Clinches Inter-DPS Football Tournament Zone-4 Title

    DPS Ranchi Clinches Inter-DPS Football Tournament Zone-4 Title

    DPS Ranchi emerged champions of the Inter-DPS Football Tournament Zone-4 Boys (Open) 2026 with a dominant 4-0 victory over DPS Guwahati in the final at DPS Bhilai. Host team DPS Bhilai finished as second runners-up, while four teams qualified for the national tournament.

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    BHILAI: DPS Ranchi lifted the championship trophy of the Inter-DPS Football Tournament Zone-4 Boys (Open) 2026 after defeating DPS Guwahati 4-0 in the final held at Delhi Public School, Bhilai. The three-day tournament witnessed participation from 16 teams representing six states under Zone-4 of the DPS Society.

    DPS Guwahati secured the first runners-up position, while host team DPS Bhilai finished as second runners-up after defeating DPS Siliguri 2-0 in the third-place playoff.

    In the semifinals, DPS Guwahati defeated DPS Siliguri 2-0, while DPS Ranchi registered a 3-0 win over DPS Bhilai to enter the final. The championship clash saw DPS Ranchi dominate proceedings and register a convincing 4-0 victory.

    The tournament featured 256 participants from Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Assam, Nagaland and Odisha and showcased exceptional football talent and sporting spirit.

    The four teams qualifying for the DPS National Football Tournament to be held in Navi Mumbai from December 6 to 8 are DPS Ranchi, DPS Guwahati, DPS Bhilai and DPS Siliguri.

    Among the individual honours, Rudra Sahi of DPS Ranchi was adjudged Best Player of the Tournament. Rajvardhan of DPS Bhilai received the Best Defender award, while Shubham of DPS Ranchi was named Best Goalkeeper.

    365 Takeaway

    DPS Ranchi stamped its authority with an unbeaten run to the title, while DPS Bhilai secured a podium finish and a berth in the national tournament scheduled in Navi Mumbai.

  • Bailadila Bulls Keep Semi-Final Hopes Alive with First Win in Chhattisgarh Hockey League

    Bailadila Bulls Keep Semi-Final Hopes Alive with First Win in Chhattisgarh Hockey League

    Bailadila Bulls secured their first victory of the Chhattisgarh Hockey League with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Rajdhani Royals in a rain-affected encounter. The result keeps the Bulls’ semi-final hopes alive, while the Royals bowed out of the tournament without a win.

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    The Bailadila Bulls finally opened their account in the Chhattisgarh Hockey League, defeating Rajdhani Royals 1-0 in a rain-hit contest in Raipur on Wednesday. The crucial win has kept the Bulls in contention for a semi-final berth, while the Royals have been eliminated from the competition.

    The match, delayed by nearly an hour due to persistent rain, saw the Bulls make a dream start. Forward Rahul Yadav capitalized on an early opportunity inside the circle and fired a powerful strike into the net, giving his team a lead that proved decisive.

    Despite creating several scoring opportunities throughout the contest, the Bulls could not add to their tally. Wet playing conditions made passing and finishing difficult, with players from both sides struggling to maintain momentum on the slippery surface.

    The Bulls came close to doubling their advantage when Gopal Paikra diverted the ball into the goal, but the effort was disallowed by the umpire. Penalty corners also failed to produce results, as the challenging weather conditions hampered execution.

    The Royals found it difficult to penetrate the Bulls’ half and were unable to convert their opportunities. Their inability to capitalize on penalty corners throughout the tournament emerged as a major factor behind their disappointing campaign.

    For his match-winning strike, Rahul Yadav was named Striker of the Match, while Himanshu received the Player of the Match award.

    Knights and Titans Share Points

    In the day’s other fixture, Nyayadhani Knights and Mainpat Titans settled for a 1-1 draw in a closely contested battle.

    The Knights opened the scoring in the second quarter through Ketan, who netted his sixth goal of the tournament after converting a rebound. The Titans, however, fought back in the fourth quarter, with Mohit Nayak finding the equaliser to rescue a crucial point for his side.

    The result means the Titans are still in the race for the semi-finals but will have to wait for qualification. Their upcoming clash against Sanskardhani Strikers now assumes added importance.

    Ketan was awarded Striker of the Match, while Mohit Nayak earned the Player of the Match honour.

    365 Takeaway

    A rain-soaked day of hockey produced high drama in the Chhattisgarh Hockey League. While Bailadila Bulls revived their semi-final hopes with a crucial first victory, Mainpat Titans were forced to settle for a draw, setting up an exciting battle for the remaining knockout spots.

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